Sparaxis tricolor [red]

Also Known As

Sparaxis tricolor 'Red'
Red Harlequin Flower

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Sparaxis tricolor [red] plant details

Sparaxis tricolor [red] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring red and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sparaxis tricolor [red]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sparaxis tricolor [red]

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the most treasured varieties in our collection of South African bulbs, we’ve selected out this solid red form of “Harlequin Flower” for your garden thrills! A tough and floriferous mid-Spring blooming bulb, it makes a great cut flower with 2” clear red blooms featuring a black-rimmed sunny yellow eye. Grows to 18” tall with bright green sword-shaped leaves. Expects Summer drought but can handle Summer water, too. It will go dormant in Summer, so cut back leaves after they go brown. It will be back – bigger and better - in late Fall! Good drainage is preferred, but not super important.