You Can Plant Voodoo Lily Flowers In Your Yard and I’m Obsessed
As soon as the snow melts, it is GAME ON for planting all the flowers and seeds.
With that being said, if you are looking for something unique, gorgeous and sort of dark and moody to plant, say no more.
You can now plant voodoo lily flowers in your yard and honestly, I am OBSESSED.
How to Grow Voodoo Lily
The Voodoo Lily (Amorphophallus konjac) is a unique and exotic plant that can add a touch of intrigue to your garden or indoor space.
To grow this captivating plant, start by choosing a well-draining potting mix and a container with drainage holes to prevent root rot.
Voodoo Lilies grow from tubers, which should be planted about 4 inches deep, with the pointed end facing upwards.
Select a location with partial to full shade, as the plant thrives in low-light conditions. Keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy, during the growing season, while reducing watering when the plant goes dormant.
The Voodoo Lily appreciates a humid environment, so consider misting the plant or placing it on a tray of pebbles with water to maintain humidity.
Where can you grow Voodoo lily?
Voodoo Lily (Amorphophallus konjac) is native to the warm and humid regions of Southeast Asia, particularly in countries like China, Japan, and Indonesia. However, it can be grown in various parts of the world, both outdoors and indoors, under the right conditions.
For outdoor growth, Voodoo Lilies thrive in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 10. In these zones, the plant can tolerate the climate and can be grown successfully in a well-draining soil and a partially shaded to fully shaded area.
It’s crucial to protect the plant from frost or freezing temperatures, as it can damage the tubers.
If you live in a region with a colder climate, or if you simply want to grow a Voodoo Lily indoors, you can plant it in a container with drainage holes, using a well-draining potting mix.
Place the container in a spot that receives indirect light, as the plant prefers low-light conditions. Ensure that the room has a warm temperature (above 60°F or 15°C) and high humidity, either by misting the plant regularly or placing it on a tray with water and pebbles.
By creating the right environment, you can successfully grow a Voodoo Lily in various locations around the world.
What does Voodoo Lily Smell Like?
While the voodoo lily is pretty to look at, it is not known for it’s smell.
The voodoo lily emits a pungent aroma often compared to rotting meat to attract bugs that are typically attracted to rotting flesh.
If you can get over the smell and enjoy the beauty of this voodoo lily, you can get seeds from the etsy shop SmartSeedsEmporium here.
