Perennial Of The Day

Haemanthus coccineus

Blood Lily

Type Perennial

Hardy range 10A to 11

Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm

Spread 10" to 12" / 25cm to 30cm

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Red

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are showy.

Environment This plant will grow in dry to moist soil.
Suitable soil is sandy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture Notes When planted in containers, repot when signs of new growth are evident. However they flower best when their roots fill the container. Propagate by removing the small bulblets in the spring and plant.

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