Overview
Hesperantha coccinea 'Red Dragon' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Hesperantha, part of the Iridaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Hesperantha coccinea 'Red Dragon' 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 'Red Dragon' is a semi-evergreen, clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Iridaceae family. This cultivar features upright, narrow, sword-like foliage typical of the Hesperantha genus and produces striking 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 of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, 'Red Dragon' is suitable for flower borders, beds, patios, containers, and as cut flowers, requiring low maintenance and 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 'Red Dragon' 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 'Red Dragon'
- 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 'Red Dragon'?
Hesperantha coccinea 'Red Dragon' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hesperantha coccinea 'Red Dragon' need?
Hesperantha coccinea 'Red Dragon' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hesperantha coccinea 'Red Dragon' hardy in the UK?
Hesperantha coccinea 'Red Dragon' 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 'Red Dragon'?
Division in spring.
More in the Hesperantha genus
- Hesperantha coccinea 'Jazz'
- Hesperantha coccinea 'Maiden's Blush'
- Hesperantha coccinea 'Zeal Salmon'
- Hesperantha coccinea late-flowering
- Hesperantha humilis
- Hesperantha vaginata