I flower from winter to early spring with deep velvety maroon/red blooms really making me stand out in the garden. My blooms sit above rich deep green foliage.
I am a long lived evergreen perennial. I naturally have a rounded form and work well in shaded areas of the garden year round while also tolerating sunny aspects.
I am a good choice for pots and general container planting to brighten up a shaded balcony or paved areas.
Low maintenance I am tolerant of dry conditions and light frosts
Caution: Harmful if eaten/skin irritant
I am popular and will make you happy because...
Long flowering from winter through spring my red outward facing blooms stand above my foliage
An excellent cut flower my blooms can be enjoyed indoors either on my stems or floating in water
I tolerate dry conditions and am frost hardy
Features
I thrive in a cool semi shaded or shaded position but tolerate direct sun
Height: 0.4m Width: 0.5m(Size at point of sale approx. 45cm including pot)
I need moderate water once established
I enjoy good drainage but am happy in most soils with heavy soils best improved with organic matter
Plant features
Cut flowers
Deep Maroon flowers
Green foliage
Flowers Jun-Oct
Plant me:
- In garden beds and general landscaping
- In pots and other containers
Tips for success
I am very low maintenance but my appearance is improved by removing spent blooms and old foliage
Plant at least 0.7m apart.
Adaptable — suits full sun through to full shade.
Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.
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