Aspidistra elatior (Cast Iron Plant) LARGE 250mm
The most impossible to kill plant on the market.
Loves shade. Even 95% dark is ok. Very slow growing. Very easy to maintain.
Botanical Name: Aspidistra Elatior - Cast Iron Plant 250mm
Common Name: Cast Iron Plant
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Current Height (from the top of the pot): 300mm
Living up to its name, the Cast Iron plant (Aspidistra Elatior) is the most impossible to kill plant on the market. This evergreen plant is very slow going and easy to maintain, loving shade even up to 95% darkness.
Features:
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- Broadleaf evergreen foliage plant
- Dark green sword shaped leaves
- Glossy and leathery leaves
- Dense clumping
- Stemless growing directly from short stalks
- Slow growing
- Most hardy plant on the market
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Position:
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Part Shade to Full Shade. Avoid direct sun
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Ideal For:
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- House plant
- Underplanting large trees
- Accent plant
- Border
- Indoors or outside
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Plant Apart:
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500mm apart
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Height at Maturity:
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900mm
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Average Height:
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from the top of the Pot: 300mm
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Environment Conditions:
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- Soil:
- Average - slightly acidic and sandy soil
- Well-drained
- Climate:
- Medium to low light
- Can handle a wide range of conditions
- Durability:
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Care:
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- Low water requirement once established
- Use a slow release fertiliser annually
- Very self-sufficient - Little to no maintenance or grooming required
- Can remove old foliage in spring to provide fresh growth
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Design:
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- Adds contrast and texture to the landscape
- A fantastic houseplant
- Adaptable to a wide range of garden styles
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