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Polianthes 'Chia Nong Pink Sapphire' PP26460

Also Known As

  • Polianthes 'Pink Sapphire'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

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Polianthes 'Chia Nong Pink Sapphire' PP26460 plant details

Polianthes 'Chia Nong Pink Sapphire' PP26460 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Polianthes 'Chia Nong Pink Sapphire' PP26460

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Polianthes 'Chia Nong Pink Sapphire' PP26460

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tuberoses (Polianthes tuberosa) are famous for their thick, delicious, intoxicating fragrance from spikes of lily-like flowers. 'Pink Sapphire' is a double form with lavender-pink flowers. It is thought to be native to Mexico but is not known in the wild. It is hardy to zone 7 with protection. Where not hardy, grow in a pot and store in a frost-free location.

Gardening facts about Polianthes 'Chia Nong Pink Sapphire' PP26460 plant

How to Grow Polianthes 'Chia Nong Pink Sapphire' PP26460

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

See other plant types of Polianthes for your garden

aka Polianthes tuberosa 'Double', Polianthes tuberosa 'Pearl Double', Double Polianthes Tuberosa, Pearl Double Tuberose

Plant Type

Perennial, Annual / Biennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-11

Size

Height: 24"-36"

Width: 12"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
  • dry in winter
  • dry when dormant
Photo of Polianthes tuberosa 'The Pearl' flower by Leafari
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aka Polianthes tuberosa 'Mexican Single', Polianthes tuberosa 'Single', Mexican Single tuberose, Rajanigandha, Sedap Malam, Single Polianthes Tuberosa

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 18"-48"

Width: 3"-6"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in winter
Photo of Polianthes tuberosa flower by Old House Gardens
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aka Single Flower Form Tuberose

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

9a-10a

Size

Height: 20"-28"

Width: 12"

  • sun
  • regular
Photo of Polianthes tuberosa [Single White Trio] flower by Leafari
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