Jack In The Pulpit

Jack in the Pulpit | Arisaema triphyllum

Jack in the Pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) is an herbaceous perennial with unexpected, vase-like flowers and unique leaves.

Plant Details - Jack in the Pulpit Plants

Family: Araceae

Light Requirement: Full to Partial Shade

Water Needs: Moist

Height: 1 – 2 ft.

Spread: 12 – 18 in.

Growth Rate: Fast

Bloom Time: Spring

Flower Color: Green

Wildlife Value: Attracts bees

Landscape Uses and Maintenance for Jack in the Pulpit Plants

Jack in the Pulpit is one of many perfect plants for a shady spot in your garden. Flowers are green and have distinctive stripes of dark purple. Add a unique touch to any garden bed with this plant that will make you wonder if there are fairies living somewhere near it.

The flowers bloom in the spring and will then give way to a stalk of red berries that will mesmerize you, your family.

Perfect for your shade garden, woodland garden, or as a rare choice for the cottage garden. Pair with Mayapple, Wild Ginger, Bleeding Heart, and ferns to enjoy a serene woodland garden.

This plant needs plenty of shade, so plant it in full to partial shade. Avoid planting in the sun; it will get sun scald and discoloration.

Give it a location in your garden with moist to wet but well draining soil. This is an ancient-looking plant that is naturally found in locations such as forests, marshes, swamps, and woodlands. Avoid planting in heavy clay soils.

This is a low maintenance plant that needs little care during the growing season. Only water this plant in the event of drought. Add humus or other organic matter to the soil in order to mimic the rich forest floor environment.

Once the seeds have matured and have fully turned a bright red, they are able to be harvested from the plant and then sown in the soil immediately.

This is a deer-resistant plant. Pest and pathogen resistant, too.

Noteworthy Characteristics of Jack in the Pulpit Plants

Jack in the Pulpit will attract plenty of pollinators to your garden. The flowers are pollinated by fungus gnats.

The berries will attract birds including Wood Thrush and wild pheasants to your garden.

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How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Perennials, Tubers, and Bulbs

Bare root perennials, tubers, and bulbs are an easy and economical way to jumpstart your garden with lasting beauty. These dormant plants should be planted in early spring or fall while the soil is cool and workable. Before planting, soak bare roots in water for 1–2 hours to rehydrate them. Choose a location based on the plant’s light needs—most flowering types prefer full sun, while others thrive in partial shade.

For bare root perennials, dig a shallow hole and spread the roots out naturally, ensuring the crown is level with the soil surface. For tubers and bulbs, plant with the pointed side facing up at a depth about two to three times their height. Cover with soil, gently press down, and water thoroughly.

Keep soil consistently moist (not soggy) until new growth appears. Add mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds, but avoid covering the crown or bulb tops. Once established, these plants require little maintenance—just seasonal watering, occasional dividing, and deadheading or pruning as needed. With proper care, they’ll return and thrive year after year.

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