Overview
Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hesperantha, part of the Iridaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds, patio and container plants, low maintenance and cut flowers.
About
Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering is a semi-evergreen, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Iridaceae family. As a cultivar of the Hesperantha genus, it features upright, narrow, sword-like foliage and produces spikes of star-shaped or bowl-shaped blooms. This late-flowering variety typically blooms from late summer through late autumn. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for flower borders, beds, patios, and containers, it is hardy to UK zone H4 and can be propagated by division in spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hesperantha
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering?
Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering need?
Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering hardy in the UK?
Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering?
Division in spring.
More in the Hesperantha genus
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