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Watsonia 'Pearl Girl'

Also Known As

  • Watsonia x 'Pearl Girl'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

Watsonia 'Pearl Girl' plant details

Watsonia 'Pearl Girl' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Watsonia 'Pearl Girl'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Watsonia 'Pearl Girl'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This pretty watsonia has lovely white flowers with a blushy pink throat. Forming a nice clump with time, the flower stalks stand just under 3' tall. Impressive and easy to grow if given the correct conditions. Regular water in summer for best health in full sun with soil that drains. Provide fall mulch for added protection and happiness and keep it away from soggy winter spots. Frost hardy to 5 °F USDA upper zone 7b.

Gardening facts about Watsonia 'Pearl Girl' plant

How to Grow Watsonia 'Pearl Girl'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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