Ferraria ferrariola

Also Known As

Spider Iris
Starfish Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-18"
W: 6"

planting zones

8a-10b

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Ferraria ferrariola plant details

Ferraria ferrariola is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and winter green and lavender flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ferraria ferrariola

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: green and lavender blooms in spring and winter
Uses: fragrant, unique, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ferraria ferrariola

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Talk about a curiosity! It’s an event when the Ferrarias bloom in the nursery & love them or hate them, I’ve yet to meet the person who doesn’t find these peculiar, wrinkled “Spider Irises” striking in some way. Ferraria ferrariola is a sea green, blueish, & yellow flowering species with a scent that’s described as almond or licorice like. Everyone’s nose is different, & some people think that Ferrarias smell revolting, but I think that they smell delectable. Each bloom lasts only a day, but are borne over a two month period. Summer dormant, but Ferrarias don’t seem to mind terribly if they get a little bit of Summer water – just don’t flood them! From South Africa. 6”- 18” in height.