{"product_id":"ja-aspidistra-lurida-iron-plant","title":"Aspidistra lurida (Iron Plant) Rhizomes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAspidistra lurida\u003c\/em\u003e, often called the Iron Plant, is a tough evergreen perennial valued for its glossy dark green leaves and ability to grow in deep shade.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe plant forms neat clumps of long, arching leaves that provide reliable greenery both indoors and in sheltered outdoor gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–60cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–60cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e dark green\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e shade to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e humus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eAspidistra lurida\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAspidistra lurida\u003c\/em\u003e grows from creeping rhizomes and produces upright stems topped with long glossy leaves that can reach around 50cm in length.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe foliage is tough and durable, which makes the plant tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecause of its ability to cope with shade, fluctuating temperatures, and occasional neglect, it has long been grown as a reliable houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn mild parts of the UK it can also be grown outdoors in sheltered gardens where it forms attractive evergreen clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon names include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIron plant\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCast iron plant\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eParlour palm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eParlor palm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAspidistra lurida\u003c\/em\u003e adds structure to shaded planting areas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides shelter for insects in shaded gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreates dense ground-level cover in woodland planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupports habitat diversity in shade borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombine with ferns and woodland perennials to create a layered shade garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Iron Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndoor houseplant displays\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShaded garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnder trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSheltered patio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe plant is particularly useful in areas where many other plants struggle due to low light.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant rhizomes in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a shaded or partially shaded location.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse humus-rich soil with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant rhizomes just below the soil surface.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater regularly while plants establish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDivide established clumps every few years if they become crowded.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eAspidistra lurida\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHighly tolerant of shade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGlossy evergreen foliage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReliable houseplant or garden plant\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLow maintenance and durable\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeal for difficult shaded areas\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you need a dependable shade plant with attractive foliage, \u003cem\u003eAspidistra lurida\u003c\/em\u003e provides long-lasting greenery indoors or in sheltered garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Bulb","offer_id":57516486525315,"sku":"JA-A9010","price":7.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":57516486558083,"sku":"JA-A9010x10","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":57516486590851,"sku":"JA-A9010x100","price":449.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Lurida.jpg?v=1773069384","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-aspidistra-lurida-iron-plant","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}