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Baeometra uniflora

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Baeometra uniflora plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Baeometra uniflora

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, rock garden, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Baeometra uniflora

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A cute South African bulb with orange-yellow flowers. The petals have red on the backsides. Blooms in spring, opens on sunny days. Plant in well-drained, summer dry garden or keep in containers that can be put away when bulbs go dry in summer.

Gardening facts about Baeometra uniflora plant

How to Grow Baeometra uniflora

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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