Veratrum formosanum ex BSWJ 1575

Also Known As

Veratrum formosanum [BSWJ 1575]

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 15"-16"
W: 12"

planting zones

7a-10b

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Veratrum formosanum ex BSWJ 1575 plant details

Veratrum formosanum ex BSWJ 1575 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer burgundy flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veratrum formosanum ex BSWJ 1575

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: melanthiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 15 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in spring and summer
Uses: woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veratrum formosanum ex BSWJ 1575

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From the mountains of Taiwan comes this unusual and provocative perennial with basal pleated sword-shaped leaves and 16" many-flowered panicles of seductively deep dark maroon flowers. Loose basal rosettes emerge first and then project sturdy flower stalks. Minimum temperature: 0 °F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

An uncommon little jewel from the mountains of Taiwan, these are 2nd generation plants from the wild collection. Unlike our native steroidal colossal Veratrums, this is relatively demure with neat tussocks of low grassy foliage but kicks the compost out of them with its maroon flowers.