Overview
Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Arum, part of the Araceae family, with deciduous foliage. Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include houseplants, patio and container plants, sub-tropical, bedding, conservatory and greenhouse and cut flowers.
About
Arum italicum is a species of flowering herbaceous perennial plant in the family Araceae, also known as Italian arum and Italian lords-and-ladies. It is native to the British Isles and much of the Mediterranean region, the Caucasus, Canary Islands, Madeira and northern Africa.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Arum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing or West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Bedding, Conservatory and greenhouse, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes'
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids or thrips; glasshouse red spider mite or glasshouse whitefly
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to bacterial or fungal rots or a virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes'?
Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes' need?
Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes' hardy in the UK?
Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Arum italicum 'Caroline Hayes'?
Division in spring.
More in the Arum genus
- Arum dioscoridis
- Arum elongatum
- Arum idaeum
- Arum italicum 'Eco Ghost'
- Arum italicum 'Lady Aron'
- Arum italicum 'Pamela Harper'
- Arum italicum 'Taff's Giant'
- Arum maculatum 'Rusné'
