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Moraea vegeta

Also Known As

  • Dietes vegeta
  • Fort Night Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 5"-12"
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 8b-11

Moraea vegeta plant details

Moraea vegeta is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Moraea vegeta

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 5 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Moraea vegeta

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and well-drained

Gardening facts about Moraea vegeta plant

How to Grow Moraea vegeta

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • lavender
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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