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Watsonia 'Ablaze'

Also Known As

  • Watsonia pyramidata 'Ablaze'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 7a-11

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Watsonia 'Ablaze' plant details

Watsonia 'Ablaze' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring apricot and red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Watsonia 'Ablaze'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: apricot and red blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Watsonia 'Ablaze'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mango on fire! A brilliant red spike of color evokes tropical madness…4-6 tall spikes that don't need staking, April/May – Full sun, well drained soil, likes heat, – great cut flower!! Summer/fall dormant

Gardening facts about Watsonia 'Ablaze' plant

How to Grow Watsonia 'Ablaze'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • apricot
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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