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Ammocharis coranica

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 7a-11

Ammocharis coranica plant details

Ammocharis coranica is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with blue foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ammocharis coranica

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ammocharis coranica

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Ammocharis coranica plant

How to Grow Ammocharis coranica

  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Texture

    • glaucous
  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
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