Watsonia marlothii

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

planting zones

8a-10a

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Watsonia marlothii plant details

Watsonia marlothii is a semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer magenta flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Watsonia marlothii

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green

Flowers: magenta blooms in summer
Uses: cut flower, rare, tropical looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Watsonia marlothii

USDA Zones: 8a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

South African iris relative found on rocky sandstone slopes, and sometimes heavy soil, of the Roggeveld area of the Northern Cape. Forms evergreen clumps of blue-green, sword-shaped leaves to 4-5 ft. May-June (in the Northern Hemisphere) violet to almost red bell-shaped flowers with yellow-streaked throat appear on an elongated spike. Summer drought tolerant. Provide full sun for best flower display. Hardy to USDA zone 8a.