Arisaema speciosum

Deep purple with white veins in the throat. Arisaema Speciosum, a beautiful exotic Arisaema originating from the Himalayas. The flower or spathe grows along the stem with several magnificent triangular leaves growing above.

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1 to 9 £5.10 (£4.25 + VAT)
10 or more £4.20 (£3.50 + VAT)

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Please expect your order to arrive in 10 working days.

Regrettably we are currently unable to send to Northern Ireland. Bulbs are on the restricted items list and our courier will not handle them. We hope to find a way forward from April. 

Arisaema speciosum details

Planting

March

April

May

Flowering

May

June

Specifications

  • Colour: Purple
  • Height: 60cm
  • Perennial
  • Dutch cultivated

Good for

  • Beds and borders
  • Woodland

How to grow

Hardiness:Hardy
Soil type:Moist/Fertile
Position:Semi-shade
Bulbs per m2:10
Planting depth:12cm

Plant in borders or pots with plenty of room in dappled light. Place in a rich and sandy soil. Arisaema would benefit from feeding every two weeks until flowering. 

Don't let it get water logged over winter, they can be lifted over winter or topping with mulch in milder climates.

See our expert growing advice