Chasmanthe floribunda (/50)
Ressembles C. bicolor , but the plants are taller and the orange flowers appear 2-3 weeks later. Is now growing wild on the islands of Corsica and Sardinia. In the wild it is generally found in coastal regions. It is recommended to associate this species with Agapanthus
The genus
The unusual irregular shaped corms should be planted in half shaded well sheltered areas where it will thrive with its luxurious light green vegetation. Elegant spikes with original red flowers appear in early spring. The tubular zygomorphic flowers have a characteristic upper petal in the form up a "hood".
The leaves will stay green until early summer when bright red seeds are shed which will readily germinate in the autumn. Naturalises well in coastal areas.
- Family :Iridaceae
- Native to :Afrique du Sud (Cap)
- Native climate :méditéranéen (humid winters)
- Colour :Orange
- Hardiness :medium
- Exposure :half-shade
- Storage organ :corm
- Growth :winter grower
- Flowering height :150+ cm
- Uses :Borders - Naturalising - In the ground - Rockery
Growing cycle
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Planting :July (sem. 1-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-4)
Growth :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-3), October (sem. 1-4), November (sem. 1-3), December (sem. 1-4)
Flowering :March (sem. 2-4), April (sem. 1-2)