Lysichiton americanus, Skunk Cabbage or Swamp Lantern Size:0.75 qt deep pink-to-red

deep pink-to-red

These plants are very long-lived in temperate climates

and wonderfully prolific in a water feature

it has exceeded expectations but we do not expect it to grow much taller than 4-ft

but is also one of the best plants for weed suppression

Lysichiton americanus, Skunk Cabbage or Swamp Lantern Size:0.75 qt deep pink-to-redSaddled with a name that scares people away, Skunk Cabbage, in fact, has much to offer: a glowing lemon yellow spathe and spadix and glossy bright green leaves 3 ft long and wide. With ornamental uses not fully appreciated, it has been underused in the bog garden. Swamp Lantern, another common name, conjures up a more pleasant and more apt image. It would be a wonderful companion to Sarracenias, Rodgersia, Ligularia, Farfugium, ferns, Podophyllum,