About
Neomarica caerulea, the toad cup lily, is an iris-like perennial from Brazil producing strap-shaped, arching leaves to 1 m tall and large, short-lived, blue-violet flowers with white-and-yellow-streaked centres borne on flattened, leaf-like stems. A rewarding and striking plant for a warm, sheltered, frost-free border or conservatory.
About the genus
Neomarica, the walking irises, are rhizomatous perennials from tropical America with iris-like, strap-shaped leaves and short-lived but showy flowers borne on flattened, leaf-like stems. Grown in warm, sheltered, frost-free gardens and conservatories.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.