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Romulea macowanii

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 3"-4"
  • W: 1"-4"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Romulea macowanii plant details

Romulea macowanii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Romulea macowanii

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 IN - 4 IN - wide, 3 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Romulea macowanii

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A summer rainfall species from the eastern Cape with long tubed golden yellow flowers at ground level, it may continue to bloom into the fall with autumnalis.

Gardening facts about Romulea macowanii plant

How to Grow Romulea macowanii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

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Size

Height: 4"

Width: 12"

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

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6"

Width: 6"

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

Height: 7"-10"

Width: 12"

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
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