Colorful wild flower that grows in coastal areas, dunes and sand. This plant awakens a special interest for its flowers and fruits.
This perennial bulb has thick, elongated leaves that are green and twisted. In summer it produces very striking and aromatic white flowers, which open during the afternoon and only one day. Showy black seeds inside the fruit.
It needs sandy, dry and arid soils.
Sow in place at temperatures of 18/20ºC. Lightly cover the seeds and maintain the humidity until germination is completed.
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Flowering |
Average germination (%) | 80 |
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Climate Zone | Mediterranean |
Flower colour | White |
Fragrant | Flower |
Hardiness | Drought resistant |
Plant use | Balcony & Courtyard, Baskets & Containers, Coastal garden, Desertification, Erosion control, Low maintenance garden |
Seeds per gram | 22 |
Soil - Moisture | Dry |
Soil - Type | Salt, Sand |
Sunlight - Exposure | Sun |
Watering | Little |