Overview
Moraea setifolia is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Moraea, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Moraea setifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, mediterranean climate plants and cottage and informal garden.
About
Moraea setifolia is a cultivar of the genus Moraea, which comprises perennial plants growing from corms with long, narrow leaves that can be sword-shaped or rolled. This cultivar has a columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect and prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils with acid to neutral pH. Suitable for sheltered positions, it is hardy to UK zone H3. Moraea setifolia is ideal for patios, containers, and Mediterranean or informal cottage gardens, producing brief but attractive iris-like flowers in spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Moraea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Moraea setifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Moraea setifolia
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed, or separate offsets when dormant
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Moraea setifolia?
Moraea setifolia prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Moraea setifolia need?
Moraea setifolia grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Moraea setifolia hardy in the UK?
Moraea setifolia 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 setifolia?
Propagate by seed, or separate offsets when dormant.
More in the Moraea genus
- Moraea bellendenii
- Moraea ciliata
- Moraea fugax
- Moraea inclinata
- Moraea ochroleuca
- Moraea simulans
- Moraea vegetabruinuintjie
- Moraea britteniae