Photo of Rhodohypoxis 'Venetia' flower, foliage by Briggs Plant Propagators

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Rhodohypoxis 'Venetia'

Also Known As

  • Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Venetia'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3"-4"
  • W: 4"-8"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Rhodohypoxis 'Venetia' plant details

Rhodohypoxis 'Venetia' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhodohypoxis 'Venetia'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: hypoxidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 3 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
Uses: clumping

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhodohypoxis 'Venetia'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tufts of hirsute leaves bring forth deep rose starry blossoms. 4" tall and very fun in small containers.
From the Drakensberg Mountains of South Africa, a tiny, clumping perennial with grassy leaves, to only 3-4" tall. Grown mostly for its charming, star-shaped, rose-red flowers that sit on the top of each stem in late spring. Sun and well-drained soil is best with consistent moisture in summer and little moisture in winter. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8 with good drainage.

Gardening facts about Rhodohypoxis 'Venetia' plant

How to Grow Rhodohypoxis 'Venetia'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 8"

Width: 8"

  • shade
  • even moisture
Photo of Rhodohypoxis 'Rosie Lee' flower, foliage by Briggs Plant Propagators
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aka Red Star, Rosy Posy

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 4"

Width: 6"

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  • regular - low
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-5"

Width: 4"-5"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional
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aka Lily Jean Red Star, Lily Jean Rosy Posy

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 4"-6"

Width: 6"

  • sun
  • even moisture
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Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

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Size

Height: 4"-5"

Width: 4"-6"

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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