Lachenalia ‘Aqua Lady’

Lachenalia ‘Aqua Lady’ is a stunning South African winter bulbous plant known for its vibrant flowers and unique foliage. This member of the Hyacinthaceae family is highly prized for its striking appearance and relatively easy care, making it a favorite among gardeners and plant enthusiasts.

Key Features:

• Beautiful Flowers: Lachenalia ‘Aqua Lady’ produces stunning, tubular flowers in shades of blue and aqua with hints of purple and white. The blooms are arranged in dense racemes, creating a spectacular floral display.
• Attractive Foliage: The plant features lance-shaped, fleshy leaves that are often spotted or streaked with purplish-brown markings, adding to its ornamental appeal.
• Compact Growth: This plant grows in a compact, clump-forming habit, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings.

Care Requirements:

• Light: Full sun to semi-shade. It can tolerate some direct sunlight, especially during the growing season, but avoid intense, midday sun.
• Water: Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing and flowering season. Reduce watering after the flowering period and allow the soil to dry out during the dormant period.
• Soil: Thrives in well-draining potting soil. Ensure good drainage to prevent bulb rot.
• Temperature: Performs best in temperatures between 10-17°C. Can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C, but protect from frost and extreme cold.
• Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels. Avoid overly humid conditions to prevent fungal issues.

Lifting/dormancy time: October – Keep bulbs dry from October to February
Planting time: March to May
Flowering time: July to September

Mature height: Up to 20cm high
Planting depth: 2-3cm below the surface
Planting spacing: 10cm

Bulbs on offer: 10 dry bulbs, unrooted. Shipped without pot or soil.

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