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Under the Oak Canopy - Plant Care for Your New Landscape

Plant Name: Cast Iron Plant –

Aspidistra Elatior

This plant is as tough as its name and a perfect,
deep shade evergreen. Tolerates a range of
growing conditions including, heat and dry
shade.

Plant Size: Slowly reaches 2’ tall and 2-3’ wide
Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen

Light Needs: Full shade.

Watering: Water regularly and deeply during first growing
season to establish root system; once established reduce
frequency. On irrigation, one inch a week.

Blooms: Inconspicuous

Key feature: Lush foliage for dry shade. Easy care, waterwise. Deer resistant.

Pruning: None

Care: Feed with a general purpose fertilizer in spring. Divide every 2-3 years.