Herbertia lahue [BCW 4407]
Also Known As
- Alophia lahue [BCW 4407]
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 3"-6"
planting zones
- 8a-11
Herbertia lahue [BCW 4407] plant details
Herbertia lahue [BCW 4407] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. 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 Herbertia lahue [BCW 4407]
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Herbertia lahue [BCW 4407]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Syn: Herbertia lahue A pretty little bulb from Chile and Argentina, intricate iris-like purple-blue flowers. Each bloom only stays open for a day, but bloom over a long period from spring and into summer. Probably only hardy to zone 8 or 9, but sometimes these Andean things are surprisingly hardy.
Gardening facts about Herbertia lahue [BCW 4407] plant
How to Grow Herbertia lahue [BCW 4407]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
- lavender
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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