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Hesperantha coccinea 'Coral'

Also Known As

  • Schizostylis coccinea 'Coral'
  • Coral Cape Lily
  • Coral Crimson Flag

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Hesperantha coccinea 'Coral' plant details

Hesperantha coccinea 'Coral' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer coral and pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hesperantha coccinea 'Coral'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: coral and pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hesperantha coccinea 'Coral'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Long elegant 2-3' arching stalks of gorgeous coral-pink "cups" Aug-Nov ; a long vase life make this iris-leaved clumper from streams ; wetlands of S.Africa a VERY welcome addition to border/cutting garden. S/M(notdry)

Gardening facts about Hesperantha coccinea 'Coral' plant

How to Grow Hesperantha coccinea 'Coral'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • coral
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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