Whitfieldia elongata

Also Known As

Whitfiedia longiflora
White Candles

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

10a-11

Whitfieldia elongata plant details

Whitfieldia elongata is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Whitfieldia elongata

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Whitfieldia elongata

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

White Candles is a shade loving shrub-like perennial that produces Jacobinia-like spikes of 2" pure white tubular flowers throughout most of the year. The large tropical dark green foliage creates the perfect foil for the brilliant white flowers. This is an excellent choice for container culture. We most commonly see White Candles at about 2-3' high in containers but it is known to reach 6' or more in its native habitat and it is amenable to pruning to keep at a more appropriate size.For the best performance, provide White Candles with a warm shaded location in a moist but well-draining slightly acidic soil. It will tolerate early morning sunlight but prefers bright shade and it will have the best foliage color where it gets midday and afternoon shade.