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    Moraea elegans

    Also Known As

    • Homeria elegans

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 12"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

    Moraea elegans plant details

    Moraea elegans is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, 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 elegans

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: iridaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
    Uses: tropical-looking, unique

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Moraea elegans

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A very elegant species with a single glaucous leaf, arching to one foot, topped in March & April with six petalled yellow flowers. The round-edged petals are variably marked, all in shades of yellow with symmetrical markings of phthalo green & sunny orange. As a winter growing bulb, it’s best in frost free areas that get winter rain & summer drought. Perfect here in the Bay Area eh? Good drainage is important!

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Moraea elegans plant

    How to Grow Moraea elegans

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry when dormant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Zones

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 3'

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    • low - drought tolerant
    • dry when dormant
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