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Aspidistra Galaxia Cast Iron Plant 180MM
Aspidistra ‘Galaxia’ ‘Cast Iron Plant’ – 180MM
(Not currently available to be ordered)
I am Galaxia Cast Iron Plant. My family originated from East and South East Asia
| My dark green leaves are brightly speckled making me a beautiful Aspidistra – one that will brighten even the darkest corners.
I am known as the Cast Iron Plant due to my hardy and almost indestructible nature. Slow growing but very low maintenance I tolerate very low light levels making me the perfect indoor plant for poorly lit corners. I am possibly the toughest indoor plant looking great year round and thriving on neglect. I am also perfect for indoors due to my air purifying qualities. I have small inconspicuous cream to dark purple flowers in spring/summer which grow directly from my creeping rhizome. In the garden I am also low maintenance making me useful in borders and understorey plantings in sheltered areas. I perform best in free-draining soil and positioned away from hot windows, dry-condition units and direct sunlight. To keep me looking good, feed me in autumn and spring with slow-release fertiliser. |
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Part to Full Shade (morning or filtered sun for 4-6 hours, to no direct sun) |
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Height: 0.4m Width: 0.4m |
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Drought hardy I can cope with very long periods between waterings |
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Indoors |
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I thrive in most soils if it is free-draining |
| I am popular and will make you happy because… |
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My spectacularly variegated leaves are reminiscent of distant stars glittering across the cosmos |
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Thriving in heavy shade I am a most reliable indoor plant and thrive in dry shade where other plants struggle |
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Great in pots or planted out, my decorative foliage makes a great focal element year round |
- Plant me:
- in pots and other containers
- in garden beds and general landscaping
- as an indoor plant
| Tips for success… |
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Feed me in autumn and spring with a slow-release fertiliser to keep me looking good |
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Plant me 50cm apart |
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100% Recyclable Pot and Label Most pots and labels made from 100% recycled polypropylene |
| Plant family: Asparagaceae |
| Other names: Cast-iron plant, Bar-room plant |
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