Overview
Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Rhodohypoxis, part of the Hypoxidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides' 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 gravel garden, patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides' is a cultivar of Rhodohypoxis, a genus of compact, clump-forming herbaceous perennials in the Hypoxidaceae family. This deciduous plant produces slender, lanceolate leaves and star-shaped flowers during the spring and summer months. It thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring well-drained loam or sandy soil that is acid to neutral in pH. Suitable for gravel gardens, rockeries, and patio containers, it is hardy to UK zone H3 and benefits from watering during establishment.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Rhodohypoxis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Alpine Rockery
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides'
- Propagation
- Seed sown in pots as soon as ripe or in spring, germinate at 6-12°C; division in late autumn
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to red spider mite and thrips when grown under glass
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides'?
Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides' need?
Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides' hardy in the UK?
Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides' 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 Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Super Milloides'?
Seed sown in pots as soon as ripe or in spring, germinate at 6-12°C; division in late autumn.
More in the Rhodohypoxis genus
- Rhodohypoxis baurii 'Daphne Mary'
- Rhodohypoxis baurii 'The Bride'red star 'The Bride'
- Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Claudia'
- Rhodohypoxis milloides 'Donaldson'