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Romulea bulbocodium var. leichtliniana

Also Known As

  • Romulea bulbocodium leichtliniana

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 1"-4"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Romulea bulbocodium var. leichtliniana plant details

Romulea bulbocodium var. leichtliniana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring purple, white and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with 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 Romulea bulbocodium var. leichtliniana

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 IN - 4 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple, white and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Romulea bulbocodium var. leichtliniana

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crocus-like like bulb, flowers white with a yellow center from purple buds.

Gardening facts about Romulea bulbocodium var. leichtliniana plant

How to Grow Romulea bulbocodium var. leichtliniana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • yellow
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 4"

Width: 12"

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 6"

Width: 6"

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 7"-10"

Width: 12"

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
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