Watsonia (Watsonia pyramidata)

Pronunciation:
wot-SOH-nee-uh
Alternative botanical names: W. borbonica
Alternative common names: none
Family:
Iridaceae
Native to:
South Africa
USDA zones:
9-10
Sunset zones:
all zones (must be lifted in winter in cold winter areas)
Hardy to: unknown
Exposure:
full sun
Water:
moderate during growing season
Height x width:
3' x 1'
Flowers in:
Spring
Colors:
pink, red, orange
Fragrance:
none
Additional comments:
This is one of many South African bulbs that naturalize well in this area. It receives no water in the summer. Returns each winter during the rainy season.

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