Overview
Watsonia versfeldii is a tufted bulbs in the genus Watsonia, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Watsonia versfeldii 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, conservatory and greenhouse, cut flowers, flower borders and beds and wall side borders.
About
Watsonia versfeldii is a tufted cultivar of the Watsonia genus, which comprises perennial plants growing from corms. It has deciduous foliage and produces tubular, curved flowers with spreading lobes arranged in spikes. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect and prefers sheltered locations. It grows best in moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H3, Watsonia versfeldii is suitable for patios, containers, conservatories, flower borders, and cut flower use during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Watsonia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Watsonia versfeldii size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants, Conservatory and greenhouse, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Watsonia versfeldii
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Watsonia versfeldii?
Watsonia versfeldii prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Watsonia versfeldii need?
Watsonia versfeldii grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Watsonia versfeldii hardy in the UK?
Watsonia versfeldii 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 Watsonia versfeldii?
Seed, Division.