Schizostylis coccinea 'Major' - Crimson Flag
Botanical name : Schizostylis coccinea 'Major'
Common name : Crimson Flag, Cape Lily, River Lily, Kaffir Lily
Colour : Red
Flowering time : August - October
Full grown height : ± 60 cm
Light requirement : Sun
Moisture requirement : Normal, Moist
Winter hardiness : Till -18°C (USDA Zone 7)
Spacing : ± 35 cm (± 8 per m²)
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Pot size : Square 9 cm, volume 0,5 Liter
Delivery time : 4 - 9 working days
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General information about Kaffir Lily (Schizostylis):
Kaffir Lily (Schizostylis) originates from South Africa. It is a plant with grass like leaves and flowers which look like those of Gladiolus. Kaffir Lily will take a frost, especially once established. It will be good to add some protection in the first couple of years or in a severe winter. Kaffir Lily likes a fertile soil and a spot in the sun. During the growing season, the soil must be moist enough. Be aware of wet feet in the winter. Good neighbour plants for Kaffir Lily are Love Grass (Eragrostis), Marsh Spurge (Euphorbia palustris), Globeflower (Trollius) and Burnet (Sanguisorba). Kaffir Lily produces good cut flowers.
Crimson Flag - Schizostylis coccinea 'Major'