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Romulea monodelpha
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 6"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Romulea monodelpha plant details
Romulea monodelpha is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Romulea monodelpha
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, rock garden, tropical-looking, unique
GROWING CONDITIONS for Romulea monodelpha
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
This striking South African bulb has lovely pink-red cup shaped petals with dramatic black & white markings on the inside. Growing only 6” or less tall, this is a great candidate for growing in a pot for up-close viewing of the large flowers. Being a South African bulb, this one will need to go dormant in the summer, & water should be withheld. Having them in a pot also allows you to put them away when dormant & bring the pot back out when the rains begin again. Blooms in early spring. Grassy foliage with surprisingly large flowers.
By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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Gardening facts about Romulea monodelpha plant
How to Grow Romulea monodelpha
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 4"
Width: 12"
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 7"-10"
Width: 12"
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
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