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Chasmanthe floribunda

Also Known As

  • Antholyza aethiopica
  • Orange Cobra Lily
  • Pennants

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 6"-9"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Chasmanthe floribunda plant details

Chasmanthe floribunda is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chasmanthe floribunda

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chasmanthe floribunda

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tender cormous perennial from So Africa – early season hummer crack in frost free areas. Summer dormant, sprouts form an expanding clump with winter rains, showy orange-red blossoms Feb>March are long lasting and excellent cut flowers. Prefers sunny watered sites and sandy or loam soils. Plant it near Hardenbergia for a simultaneous bloom you’ll never forget!

Gardening facts about Chasmanthe floribunda plant

How to Grow Chasmanthe floribunda

  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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