Babiana nana

Also Known As

Baboon Flower

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 2"-5"
W: 3"-6"

planting zones

9b-11

Babiana nana plant details

Babiana nana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Babiana nana

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 2 IN - 5 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, fragrant, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Babiana nana

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rare, large flowered, very dwarf Babiana native to sandy coastal flats of the Cape. Growing only to 5” tall, the blue or purple flowers have white markings & are deliciously rose-violet scented. Very easy to grow, this Spring bloomer loves sandy soil (though will thrive in well-drained garden soil) & doesn’t mind Summer watering. Multiplies nicely & excellent in a pot.