Overview
Ixia longituda is a upright, clump-forming bulbs in the genus Ixia, part of the Iridaceae family, with narrow, linear foliage. Ixia longituda grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include borders and containers.
About
Ixia longituda is a bulbous perennial cultivar within the Ixia genus, known for its upright, clump-forming habit and narrow, linear foliage. Like other Ixia plants, it produces vibrant, star-shaped flowers atop slender stems in spring. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with well-drained, neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for borders and containers and can be propagated by corm division or seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ixia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Ixia longituda size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Upright, clump-forming
- Foliage
- Narrow, linear
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ixia longituda
- Propagation
- Corm division, seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ixia longituda?
Ixia longituda prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ixia longituda need?
Ixia longituda grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Ixia longituda hardy in the UK?
Ixia longituda 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 Ixia longituda?
Corm division, seed.
More in the Ixia genus
- Ixia curta
- Ixia latifoliabroad-leaved corn lily
- Ixia maculatageelkalossie
- Ixia mixed
- Ixia polystachya
- Ixia 'Mabel'corn lily 'Mabel'
- Ixia 'Marquette'
- Ixia aurea