Buy Hesperantha coccinea 'Big Mama'

Also Known As

Schizostylis coccinea 'Big Mama'
Big Mama Cape Lily
Big Mama Crimson Flag

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 22"-26"
W: 6"-18"

planting zones

7a-10b

3" | $12

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Hesperantha coccinea 'Big Mama' plant details

Hesperantha coccinea 'Big Mama' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and winter pink 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 Hesperantha coccinea 'Big Mama'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 22 IN - 26 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and winter
Uses: cutting garden, long-blooming, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hesperantha coccinea 'Big Mama'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Big Mama has BIG flowers on stems 18-24” tall in “Barbie pink” starting in fall and for us…sometimes we cut flowers for Thanksgiving and December holiday tables! Best in sun, soil that drains and with summer moisture. Excellent cut flower but the plants can look a bit ‘untidy’.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Yep, she's big! Not taller than others but sports large, wide open flowers. Likes well drained soil, but prefers some summer moisture. Excellent cut flowers. May bloom all winter in zones 8 and higher.