Babiana nervosa - hybrids

Also Known As

Babiana stricta - hybrids
Baboon Flower

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

9a-11

Babiana nervosa - hybrids plant details

Babiana nervosa - hybrids is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue, purple, white and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Babiana nervosa - hybrids

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue, purple, white and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Babiana nervosa - hybrids

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mixed hybrids of a South African perennial, perfectly suited to Mediterranean climates preferring to begin their growth cycle when the rains appear and blooming in early to late spring before going dormant in the summer heat. Flowers of purple, blue, white or yellow stand above the fans or iris-like foliage to 1 ft tall. They enjoy sun, well-drained soil and both summer and winter drought. Frost hardy in USDA zone 9 so best in containers that can be protected and kept dry in winter.