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Cyrtanthus mackenii red-flowered

Also Known As

  • Cyrtanthus mackenii 'Red'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Cyrtanthus mackenii red-flowered plant details

Cyrtanthus mackenii red-flowered is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyrtanthus mackenii red-flowered

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyrtanthus mackenii red-flowered

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cyrtanthus Mackenii is probably the most easily grown of all the species. It is evergreen, an ideal container subject, garden plant and cutflower. Numerous colour forms exist and all are delightfully scented. This species particular ornamental when different colour forms are grown together in the same container. It likes to remain undisturbed for many years for best results." The description and pictures are from PacificBulbSociety.org, an excellent reference site! These bulbs are naturally small but full size.

Gardening facts about Cyrtanthus mackenii red-flowered plant

How to Grow Cyrtanthus mackenii red-flowered

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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