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    • Photo of Sparaxis species flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Surprisingly hardy bulbs bouncing back after 7 °F with their colorful state fair paint wheel colors. 1 foot tall stems.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    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

    See other plant types of Sparaxis for your garden

    Sparaxis bulbifera

    Plant Type

    Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    8a-10b

    Size

    Height: 12"-16"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun
    • regular - low
    Photo of Sparaxis bulbifera flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Sparaxis elegans

    Plant Type

    Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 4"-6"

    Width: 6'-12"

    • sun
    • regular - low
    Photo of Sparaxis elegans flower by Far Out Flora
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    Sparaxis fragrans

    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
    Photo of Sparaxis fragrans flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Sparaxis grandiflora

    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
    Photo of Sparaxis grandiflora flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Sparaxis tricolor [red]

    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
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