Babiana rubrocyanea

Also Known As

Babiana rubrocyaneus

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 6"-10"
W: 3"-6"

planting zones

8b-11

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Babiana rubrocyanea plant details

Babiana rubrocyanea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Babiana rubrocyanea

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: rare, rock garden, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Babiana rubrocyanea

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A most striking bulb for the collector from South Africa. The lily-shaped flowers are lavender with a bright purple centers, leaves are pleated and hairy. Needs excellent drained soil, in which they can be possibly grown in USDA zone 8, especially in protected spots like next to a wall. Grows fall through spring, going dormant in summer.