About
Eustephia coccinea is a bulbous perennial from Peru producing the characteristic tubular, scarlet flowers of the genus. A rewarding bulb for a frost-free garden or heated greenhouse.
About the genus
Eustephia are bulbous perennials from the Andes of South America producing tubular flowers in shades of red or orange. Grown as ornamental bulbs in frost-free gardens and heated glasshouses.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeAlpine Rockery, Conservatory Greenhouse
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants
Native toSouth Africa (Natal)
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationUnder glass grow in peat-free, loam-based potting compost with added sharp sand in full light. Water freely when in growth and keep just moist in winter. Can be grown outdoors in sheltered, frost-free areas in most moderately fertile soils
PruningTrim lightly after flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed at 10 to 13°C in spring or root softwood cuttings in late spring, semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free