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Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Dark Lights'

Also Known As

  • Red Star

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Dark Lights' plant details

Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Dark Lights' is a deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer magenta and red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Dark Lights'

Plant type: perennial
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 4 IN tall
Flowers: magenta and red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Dark Lights'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Prized, South African perennials for the well-drained rock garden or for containers, with small clumps of slightly hairy, grassy leaves that appear in late spring, quickly followed by simple, six-petalled flowers -- deep fuchsia and abundant in this cultivar -- on individual 3-4" stems. Full sun with occasional summer water and well-drained soil to protect from winter wet or life in a container that can be moved to a dry location. Frost hardy to at least 0F, USDA zone 7.

Gardening facts about Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Dark Lights' plant

How to Grow Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Dark Lights'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • magenta
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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