Nerine sarniensis var. corusca 'Major'

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 14"-18"
W: 4"-12"

planting zones

9a-10b

Nerine sarniensis var. corusca 'Major' plant details

Nerine sarniensis var. corusca 'Major' is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nerine sarniensis var. corusca 'Major'

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 14 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall
Uses: big flowers

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nerine sarniensis var. corusca 'Major'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Shared with us years ago by plantmans Nevin Smith, this robust nerine stands as tall as 18" with 5 or more inch heads of eyecrossing orange flowers that become scarlet tinted with age. Autumn flowering at about the same time the leaves begin to emerge for their winter, as the Mediterranean portion of South Africa. Easy going in cultivation, either in the ground where temperatures don't linger below 20 °F, USDA zone 9, or in pots that can be pulled into a cool, bright damp place for the winter. In containers, keeping them every so slightly rootbound encourages flowering. Amaryllidaceae