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Sparaxis tricolor

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

Spring borders will be lightened up due to the delicate, brightly colored flowers of this plant.

 

Plant Type

Bulb

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Blue, Purple, Yellow, Violet, Multi-Colored

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.