Belamcanda chinensis

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Blackberry Lily

Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Images 1 and 3 Courtesy o

Description

Blackberry Lily is of Asian orgin, it is very versatile and thrives in moist to dry soil and partial or full sun. In the mid-summer, salmon orange star-shaped flowers with red spots will open on 3' plants with long, iris-like leaves. A profusion of unique star-shaped flowers about 2 inches wide are produced on compact plants. They can vary in color from bright yellow-orange to near red, and are always heavily spotted with red. The foliage is sword-shaped like that of a tall bearded iris.

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Orange, Red, Multi-Colored

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Meadow, Tropical

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Foundation, Patio, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

In general, lawns only need to be watered once every three days.

Check your irrigation controller and reduce watering times if necessary.