Curious visitors to your garden will be amazed by the incredible sight of Arisaema ‘Griffithii’ – this extraordinary plant will become an immediate talking point.
Otherwise known as the ‘Cobra Lily’, the hooded shoots of Arisaema ‘Griffithii’ extend, curl back on themselves and reveal a spiked tongue – looking exactly like a cobra, ready to strike.
Fascinating not only in form, but also in design, this variety is heavily veined and dappled with mesmerising maroon and green markings. Arisaema Griffithii’ makes a dramatic addition to a cool, shady position in moist, hummus-rich soil. Low-maintenance and grows to height of between 40 - 50 cm.
Plant Arisaema in a cool, shaded location, in well-drained, rich soil.
Tubers should be nestled in 15-25 cm deep and spaced 15-20 cm apart. Soil should be consistently moist without becoming waterlogged as the tubers are susceptible to rot.
Apply mulch around the plants in late autumn to protect Arisaema from frost.