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Cast Iron Plant
Botanical Name:
Aspidistra elatior
Plant Type:
Perennials
Plant Height Max:
3ft
Plant Spread Min:
2ft
Plant Spread Max:
3ft
Light:
Shade
Evergreen/Deciduous:
Evergreen
Seasonal Interest From:
Spring
Seasonal Interest To:
Fall
Plant Color:
Green
Seasonal Feature:
Foliage
Water Needs:
Low
Comments:
Good understory plant for dry shade; large, long green leaves; leaf edges will scorch if too much sun; remove damaged foliage to 3" height as needed
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