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Romulea subfistulosa
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 7"-10"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 9a-10b
Romulea subfistulosa plant details
Romulea subfistulosa is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring pink 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 subfistulosa
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 7 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, tropical-looking, unique
GROWING CONDITIONS for Romulea subfistulosa
- USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Pure eye candy! This jewel of a Romulea (member of the Iris family) blooms in spring, bearing 2-3” satiny bright rose-pink cup-shaped blooms centered with a yellow eye which is beautifully marked with reddish-black spots and veining. From 7-10” tall, Romuleas will eventually multiply into a carpet of Springtime delight. They require a dry period during their summer dormancy, so plant them in a well-drained summer-dry garden or in containers that can be set aside when they finish blooming. Other than that, they are EASY and RELIABLE, thriving in our Mediterranean climate.
By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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How to Grow Romulea subfistulosa
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
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-11
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 6"
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
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