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| Category: Bulb |
| Family: Hyacinthaceae (~Amaryllidaceae) |
| Origin: South Africa (Africa) |
| Flower Color: Light Pink |
| Bloomtime: Winter/Spring |
| Synonyms: [Veltheimia viridifolia] |
| Height: 1 foot |
| Width: 1-2 feet |
| Exposure: Light Shade/Part Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F |
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Veltheimia bracteata (Forest Lily) - A South African semi-deciduous bulb (can be evergreen in mild cliimates) that produces a dozen or so glossy green, 1 foot long leaves with wavy margins. During the winter and early spring, pale rose-pink flower spikes, similar to red hot poker plants (Kniphofia), bloom on 1-2 foot tall fleshy stalks. Grow in light shade, water regularly.
The description above is based on our research and observations of this plant growing in our nursery and in our own and other Santa Barbara gardens. We would appreciate hearing from anyone who has additional information or disagrees with what we have written.
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