Overview
Lachenalia angelica is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Lachenalia, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lachenalia angelica grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include patio and container plants.
About
Lachenalia angelica is a bulbous perennial cultivar of the Lachenalia genus, known for its columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. Like other Lachenalia, it produces upright stems with racemes or spikes of tubular flowers, typically blooming in spring. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with well-drained loam or sandy soil of any pH. It is suitable for cultivation in conservatories or greenhouses and is often grown as a patio or container plant. Propagation can be done by seed or by removing bulblets in summer or autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lachenalia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Lachenalia angelica size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lachenalia angelica
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or remove bulblets in summer or autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lachenalia angelica?
Lachenalia angelica prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lachenalia angelica need?
Lachenalia angelica grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lachenalia angelica hardy in the UK?
Lachenalia angelica has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Lachenalia angelica?
Propagate by seed or remove bulblets in summer or autumn.
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