Hypoxis colchifolia - 10 bulbs p-pack
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Cultivate enchanting allure with Hypoxis colchifolia, an indigenous plant that will elevate rockeries in the springtime.
Family name: Hypoxidaceae
Name derived from: Greek hypo meaning beneath and oxys meaning sharp
Common name: African potato or star lily
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Planting time: All year
Flowering time: Early spring to late summer
Active growth time: Early spring to late summer
Dormancy time: Mid-winter
Lifting time: No need to lift
Type (true bulb, rhizome, corm, etc): Tuber
Mature height: 25-30cm
Planting depth: Just below soil surface
Planting spacing: 50cm
Lowest temperature: 0°C
Watering frequency: Weekly
Position and soil: They make a great block in the garden. Plant in light and sandy soil.
Further Care: Mulch with compost.