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Geissorhiza radians
Also Known As
- Wine Cup
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 6"
- W: 8"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Geissorhiza radians plant details
Geissorhiza radians is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring purple, red and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Geissorhiza radians
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 8 IN wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: purple, red and white blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, floriferous, rare
GROWING CONDITIONS for Geissorhiza radians
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
From South Africa comes this beautiful flowering bulb bearing extraordinary, large, rich, deep purple, goblet-shaped flowers with red centers outlined with a contrasting white band. Good drainage is important. After bloom, reduce water and when plants begin to yellow, let them go dry. Potted plants can be stored dry in their containers over Summer.
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How to Grow Geissorhiza radians
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- red
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Geissorhiza for your garden
aka Geissorhiza bellendenii, Geissorhiza lewisiae, Geissorhiza rochensis var. monantha, Satinflower, Wine-Cup
Plant Type
Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 5"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun
- regular - low
- dry when dormant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 9"-11"
Width: 6"
- sun
- regular
- dry when dormant
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