Bessera elegans
Flower bulbs
Quick overview
Bessera elegans, or coral drops, is exquisite forming umbels of coral red / orange flowers from upright stems. Plant in clusters in mid-front borders or grouped containers in full sun. x6 bulbs for planting. Height: 60cm, Flowering time: July to October, Preferred conditions: Full sun or part shade.
Available from April.
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Plant Details
Flowering Time:
July to October
Genus / Species:
Bessera elegans
Common Name:
Coral Drops
Height / Spread:
60cm / 15cm
Type:
Tender Perennial
Bulb Size:
4/5
Preferred Conditions
Planting Depth:
5cm
Soil Type:
well-drained soil, generally semi gritty and moderately fertile
Where to Plant:
Pots/containers/borders/flower gardens
Position:
Full sun or part shade
Watering:
Watering generally only in hot conditions or when in containers.
Care Tips:
Plant late April to May . As tender corms they not winter hardy so lift & store corms over winter. Place pots in greenhouses/indoors.
Feeding:
A balanced liquid fertiliser can be applied if soil conditions are less fertile.
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