Schizostylis c. 'Mrs Hegarty' - P9

Description
The upright, runner-forming plant usually reaches a height of approx. 60 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Hesperantha coccinea.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * decorative flowers

Growth habit
Upright, stoloniferous.

Water depth
0 - 10 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The pink-coloured, star-shaped flowers appear from March to April. With the right care, re-flowering from September to October.

Use
Pond edge, stream course, cut, bee pasture