Ixia sp. mixed

Also Known As

Ixia species [Mix]
African Corn Lily
Wand Flower

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 4"-6"

planting zones

8a-11

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Ixia sp. mixed plant details

Ixia sp. mixed is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer pink, white and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ixia sp. mixed

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink, white and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ixia sp. mixed

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Colorful perennials from corms hailing from South Africa that enjoy a baking hot location! Narrow, pointed foliage grows in winter followed by spikes of star-shaped flowers floating on wiry stems in jewel tones with contrasting darker eyes early summer. Water during growth/bloom season. Best DRY in summer>fall when dormant. Especially nice in Mediterranean gardens. Drought and critter resistant. Cut flowers.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Ixias are commonly known as "wand flowers" because their blossoms form along a slender, almost wiry, stems creating a wand of color. Opening from the bottom and progressing upwards, the tightly packed flowers sport six petals, and often, a dark contrasting eyezone.