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Achimenes 'Harry Williams'

Also Known As

  • Cupid's Bow
  • Harry Williams Orchid Pansy
  • Harry Williams Widow's Tears
  • Hot Water Plant
  • Magic Flower
  • Mother's Tears
  • Nut-Orchid
  • Orchid Pansy

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 7b-12

Achimenes 'Harry Williams' plant details

Achimenes 'Harry Williams' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Achimenes 'Harry Williams'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, velvety

GROWING CONDITIONS for Achimenes 'Harry Williams'

USDA Zones: 7b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Achimenes 'Harry Williams' plant

How to Grow Achimenes 'Harry Williams'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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