Overview
Moraea bellendenii is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Moraea, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Moraea bellendenii grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, mediterranean climate plants and wall side borders.
About
Moraea bellendenii is a cultivar of the genus Moraea, which comprises perennial plants growing from corms with long, narrow, sword-shaped or rolled leaves. This cultivar has a columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. It thrives in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Suitable for full sun and sheltered south- or west-facing aspects, it is hardy to UK zone H3. Blooming in spring, it is ideal for patios, containers, and wall-side borders, particularly in Mediterranean climates. Propagation is by seed or offsets when dormant.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Moraea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Moraea bellendenii size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Moraea bellendenii
- Propagation
- Seed, offsets when dormant
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Moraea bellendenii?
Moraea bellendenii prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Moraea bellendenii need?
Moraea bellendenii grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Moraea bellendenii hardy in the UK?
Moraea bellendenii has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Moraea bellendenii?
Seed, offsets when dormant.
More in the Moraea genus
- Moraea ciliata
- Moraea fugax
- Moraea inclinata
- Moraea ochroleuca
- Moraea setifolia
- Moraea simulans
- Moraea vegetabruinuintjie
- Moraea britteniae