Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot

Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot

$51.70
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Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot
  • Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot
  • Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot
  • Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot
  • Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot
  • Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot
  • Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot
Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot

Cast Iron Plant - 3 Gallon Pot

$51.70
$51.70 $58.00
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Description

Cast Iron Plant
Aspidistra elatior


Plant Details

USDA Plant Hardiness Zones: 8a-11  Find Your Zone
Plant Type:  Evergreen Perennial
Height at Maturity:  18-24"
Width at Maturity:  24-30"
Spacing:  18" for mass plantings; 42" or more for space between plants
Growth Habit / Form:  Clumping, Dense, Upright, Vase/Fountain Shape
Growth Rate:  Slow or Moderate
Flower Color:  None
Flower Size:  NA  
Flowering Period:  NA
Flower Type:  NA
Fragrant Flowers:  NA
Foliage Color:  Deep Green
Fragrant Foliage:  NA
Berries:  NA
Berry Color:  NA
Sun Needs:  Full Shade to Part Shade (no afternoon sun)
Water Needs:  Low when established
Soil Type:  Clay (amended), Loam, Sand, Silt 
Soil Moisture / Drainage:  Well-drained moist to somewhat dry
Soil pH:  4.5 - 5.5 (Acid)
Maintenance / Care:  Low
Attracts:  Visual Attention
Resistances:  Deer, Disease, Drought, Dry Soil, Heat, Humidity, Insect, Rabbit, Deep Shade


Description

One tough evergreen perennial plant that lives up to its name, the Cast Iron Plant will practically grow in the dark, loves the heat, isn't phased by arid and dry conditions, so is perfect for planting in those difficult to fill areas in deep shade, even under large shade trees. Lush, upward facing deep green leaves form attractive clumps that provide bold texture and contrast in the shade garden. It can be grown as an evergreen perennial outdoors in zones 8-11 and ranks right up there with snake plants and Philodendrons as being an almost indestructible houseplant.

Please Note:  The 1 gallon size plant shown below represents the average size plant we ship which, depending on the time of year, usually has 3 to 6 or more leaves.


Landscape & Garden Uses

Growing in upright clumps about 2 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, the Cast Iron Plant is ideal for use as an accent, in groupings or as a border in shady garden beds, home foundation plantings and grows very well under the canopies of large shade trees, decks or any other full shade environment. Excellent as a solo or combined with other shade loving plants in container gardens and is an almost indestructible houseplant. A fine addition to the tropical-look garden, perennial shade gardens, cut flower gardens, cottage gardens and woodland and rock gardens.

Spacing:  18 inches apart for mass plantings or solid borders; 42 inches or more apart for space between plants

How To Measure Total Square Feet Of A Planting Area

How Many Plants Needed To Cover A Planting Area?

Note:  For our customers who live and garden north of  USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 8a, where Cast Iron Plant is not reliably winter hardy, you'll be happy to know it can be grown in containers that can be brought indoors during winter and placed back outside when temperatures warm up in spring.


Growing Preferences

Cast Iron Plant thrives in dense shade to part shade and almost any well-drained soil with average fertility. Morning sun is okay however avoid exposing this plant to direct afternoon sunlight. When grown as a houseplant use a container with a drainage hole(s) and a light premium potting mix. When grown outdoors in pots use a premium potting soil or a 50/50 mix of potting soil and potting mix.


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Arrived in excellent condition. So far so good. Maybe even I won't hurt this plant. Very sturdy and looks good in my low light living room. Fast shipping and would buy from this seller again!----------------------------------Thanks for the photo, it is beautiful! We are so glad you are pleased and we hope you enjoy it for years to come! Thanks for the kind words and great review! :) Beth Steele | WBG
The cast iron plant arrived packed tightly and undamaged. The plant was larger than I expected and even more beautiful than the web page pics. I will definitely order from wilsonbrosgardens.com again.-------------------------------------Thamks so much for the photo!! We are so glad you are pleased and we hope you enjoy it for years to come! Thanks for the kind words and great review! :) Beth Steele | WBG
My plant arrived on time and in great condition. The packing job was superb! I removed one discolored leaf and the plant is beautiful. It is significantly taller than I expected because apparently the measurement is from the ground up for people who are planting outside. Since mine will live indoors I pictured the height measurement would include the pot. I would definitely use this company again.-------------------------------------------We are so glad you are pleased and we hope you enjoy it for years to come! Thanks for the kind words and great review! :) Beth Steele | WBG
I took a chance and it payed off! A large, healthy Cast Iron plant arrived at my door quickly. It was meticulously prepared for shipment and arrived in perfect condition. Great merchant!-------------------------------------Thanks for the kind words!! We are so glad you are pleased with your purchase! Thanks for the great review! Beth | WBG :)
These cast iron plants (2) arrived in beautiful condition, perfectly wrapped/preserved for transport. No problems planting them in ground, new shoots already popping up.---------------------------------We are so glad you are pleased and we hope you enjoy them for years to come! Thanks for the great review! :) Beth Steele | WBG
The leaves on the plant had to be cut off atleast 5 of them were dying. The photos are before and after.------------------------------------We are sorry for the dead leaves. Anytime you have a problem, please contact Customer Service, we can usually resolve just about any issue you may have. Thanks for the photos and review! Have a great day! Beth | WBG
Care

To maintain the beauty and integrity of your purchase, we recommend treating it with care. Simple maintenance practices, such as gentle washing and proper storage, can effectively preserve the longevity of your favorites. We encourage you to refer to the care instructions included with each item, designed to help you keep your purchase in top condition.
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