Moraea ciliata — Columnar upright

Overview

Moraea ciliata is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Moraea, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Moraea ciliata 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 ciliata is a cultivar of the genus Moraea, which comprises perennial plants growing from corms with long, narrow leaves that may be sword-shaped or rolled. This cultivar has a columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered aspect facing south or west. Suitable for well-drained loam or sandy soils of various pH levels, it is hardy to UK zone H3. Moraea ciliata is ideal for patio and container planting, Mediterranean-style gardens, and wall-side borders, with interest in the spring season when it produces brief, iris-like flower clusters.

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 ciliata 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