Herbertia lahue
Also Known As
- Alophia lahue
- Herbertia lahue ssp. lahue
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 9"-12"
- W: 6"-9"
planting zones
- 7b-9b
Herbertia lahue plant details
Herbertia lahue is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Herbertia lahue
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 9 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Herbertia lahue
- USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Lavender blue Iris-like flowers with a darker splotch at the base, considered the best of the genus; from Chile and Argentina to Texas also known under Eustylis, Trifurcia or Herbertia.
Gardening facts about Herbertia lahue plant
How to Grow Herbertia lahue
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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