Overview
Moraea vegeta is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Moraea, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Moraea vegeta 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
Dietes iridioides, commonly named African iris, fortnight lily, and morea iris, is a species of plant in the family Iridaceae that is native to Southern Africa.
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 vegeta 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 vegeta
- 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 vegeta?
Moraea vegeta prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Moraea vegeta need?
Moraea vegeta grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Moraea vegeta hardy in the UK?
Moraea vegeta 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 vegeta?
Seed, offsets when dormant.
More in the Moraea genus
- Moraea bellendenii
- Moraea ciliata
- Moraea fugax
- Moraea inclinata
- Moraea ochroleuca
- Moraea setifolia
- Moraea simulans
- Moraea britteniae