Troubleshooting
Pink Arisaema problems — and how to fix them
Pink Arisaema (Arisaema candidissimum) is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Very late emergence
It is among the latest Arisaema to appear, often not breaking ground until late spring or early summer. Mark its spot to avoid digging into the dormant corm by mistake.
Winter-wet corm rot
Cold, sodden soil rots the dormant corm. Plant in gritty, free-draining woodland soil and keep it on the dry side over winter, or lift and store dry.
Slug damage to new growth
Tender emerging shoots and the single leaf are prey to slugs and snails in damp shade. Protect them as they push through.
Toxic red berries
Any pollinated flower forms a poisonous red berry cluster attractive to children and pets. Remove it in family or pet gardens, wearing gloves.
Prevent pink arisaema problems before they start
Most pink arisaema issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for pink arisaema in general rather than its problems? Read the full pink arisaema care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Pink Arisaema problems — FAQ
Why is my pink arisaema very late emergence?
It is among the latest Arisaema to appear, often not breaking ground until late spring or early summer. Mark its spot to avoid digging into the dormant corm by mistake.
Why is my pink arisaema winter-wet corm rot?
Cold, sodden soil rots the dormant corm. Plant in gritty, free-draining woodland soil and keep it on the dry side over winter, or lift and store dry.
Why is my pink arisaema slug damage to new growth?
Tender emerging shoots and the single leaf are prey to slugs and snails in damp shade. Protect them as they push through.
Why is my pink arisaema toxic red berries?
Any pollinated flower forms a poisonous red berry cluster attractive to children and pets. Remove it in family or pet gardens, wearing gloves.