Sparaxis grandiflora

Also Known As

Sparaxis grandiflora ssp. grandiflora

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-7"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Sparaxis grandiflora plant details

Sparaxis grandiflora is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer purple and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in clay soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sparaxis grandiflora

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN - 7 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sparaxis grandiflora

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: clay

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Sparaxis is so rare, we can't find any evidence of it being in cultivation yet. It is described in Cape Bulbs by Richard L. Doutt as being a striking species, 6” to 7” tall, with purple or brilliant red-magenta flowers of a most remarkable shade. It grows only in one valley of South Africa's cape (the Tulbaugh Valley) and is said to grow well in clay soil, though I am planting mine in a pot so I can enjoy it close up!