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    Moraea bellendenii

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 36"-48"
    • W: 6"-18"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

    Moraea bellendenii plant details

    Moraea bellendenii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Moraea bellendenii

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: iridaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, fragrant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Moraea bellendenii

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Graceful 3-petalled yellow flowers with brown speckled centers sit atop slender stems that are 3-4 feet tall. The fragrant flowers bloom in Spring. Does best growing in the ground & may not bloom if kept in shallow containers. Grassy foliage. From South Africa. Allow to go dry during its Summer dormancy.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Moraea bellendenii plant

    How to Grow Moraea bellendenii

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry when dormant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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