Bessera

Bessera elegans (Asparagaceae), known as coral drops, is a bulbous plant native to Mexico, introduced to Europe around 1850. In late summer it produces slender flower stems bearing up to thirty nodding, bell-shaped, vivid coral-red flowers with darker centres, excellent as cut flowers. Grow in full sun, in light, sharply drained soil, planted 5-7 cm deep; sensitive to frost and winter wet, so protect or lift the bulbs in cold climates.