About
This bulbous perennial to around 20cm high, with strappy green basal leaves to 20cm long. Upright stems bear solitary, funnel-shaped palest pink flowers, with dark maroon throats, in late summer and into autumn.
About the genus
Habranthus are small, bulbous perennials with linear or narrowly strap-shaped leaves and solitary funnel-shaped flowers in summer and autumn
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeBulbs
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants
ToxicityAll parts of the plant are mildly toxic if ingested. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care notes
CultivationGrow under glass in peat-free, loam-based compost with added grit, in bright, filtered light. Provide a balanced liquid feed monthly during the growing period. Reduce watering in winter but do not allow to become completely dry
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed, sown at 16-18°C as soon as ripe, or by division, separating bulb offsets in winter when the plant is dormant
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free