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Sparaxis species
Also Known As
- Harlequin Flower
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 12"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Sparaxis species plant details
Sparaxis species is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sparaxis species
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, rock garden, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sparaxis species
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Sparaxis species plant
How to Grow Sparaxis species
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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aka Fragrant Wandflower
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 8"-18"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
- low - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
aka Sparaxis grandiflora ssp. grandiflora
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 6"-7"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - low
aka Sparaxis tricolor 'Red', Red Harlequin Flower
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
- dry when dormant
![Photo of Sparaxis tricolor [red] by Annie's Annuals & Perennials](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/ac/c7/acc791e5826a89e20b63ea8f871d5f6e.webp)
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