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Hesperantha coccinea 'Oregon Sunset'
Schizostylis
With its vibrant deep-red and coral flowers, star-shaped flowers, this clump-forming perennial brings stunning autumn colour to the garden from...
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Plant description
With its vibrant deep-red and coral flowers, star-shaped flowers, this clump-forming perennial brings stunning autumn colour to the garden from late summer until the first frost. Hesperantha coccinea 'Oregon Sunset' features tall, striking spikes of blooms held above lush, sword-like green leaves. Thriving in full sun and moist soil, this hardy plant is perfect for extending seasonal interest and adds a bold splash of colour as summer wanes.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Hesperantha coccinea Oregon Sunset:
Apply lots of well-rotted garden compost or manure when planting. Water during dry spells and deadhead regularly. After flowering remove the faded flowerspikes and protect the crown of the plant with a deep, dry winter mulch. Lift and divide congested plants every two or three years in spring.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
