Description
Schizostylis coccinea ‘Mrs Hegarty’, is a beautiful perennial plant that produces striking pink, iris-like flowers with yellow centers from late summer to early autumn. The plant grows in clumps, with narrow green leaves that complement the vibrant flowers. ‘Mrs Hegarty’ is a hardy plant that is tolerant of both drought and wet conditions, making it a great choice for a variety of garden settings. This plant looks lovely when planted in groups, as a border or edging plant, or mixed with other perennials such as asters, sedums, or echinacea. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Crimson flag lily ‘Mrs Hegarty’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy through most of the UK
- How big will I get? Schizostylis coccinea ‘Mrs Hegarty’ can grow to a height of 0.6m and a spread of 0.4m.
- Did You Know That:The plant is named after its unusual style, which is divided into three parts, giving it the appearance of being split or cleft. The word “schizostylis” comes from the Greek words “schizein” (to split) and “stylos” (style).
Plant Calendar
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Schizostylis coccinea ‘Mrs Hegarty’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Schizostylis coccinea ‘Mrs Hegarty’ prefers a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Schizostylis coccinea ‘Mrs Hegarty’ should be deadheaded regularly to promote new flowers coming through. This will prolong the flowering period of the plant as it saves the energy that the plant would have put into producing seeds and allows it to produce more flowers!
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Schizostylis coccinea ‘Mrs Hegarty’ is generally pest free, and it tends not to have problems with diseases. It is also known to attract bees. It is not considered to be toxic.
