About

A colourful bulb, reaching 10-40cm, with neat basal foliage. It bears colourful blooms. 'Hortensis' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Habranthus are small, bulbous perennials with linear or narrowly strap-shaped leaves and solitary funnel-shaped flowers in summer and autumn

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers

Care notes

CultivationWell-drained soil, sun
PruningAllow foliage to die back
PropagationDivide offsets
Pest resistanceTrouble-free
Disease resistanceRot in wet soil