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Moraea alticola

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 36"-48"
  • W: 3"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Moraea alticola plant details

Moraea alticola is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring white and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Moraea alticola

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: leathery leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Moraea alticola

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Outrageous Iris relative from South Africa with lots of big yellow Iris flowers above the leaves on 2'-3' stems in early summer. Fantastic leathery evergreen leaves sheathed at the base in an artful netted tunic. The leaves remind me of a leather belt reminding me of my mom when I was young.

Gardening facts about Moraea alticola plant

How to Grow Moraea alticola

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
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