Watsonia meriana
Watsonia meriana
Watsonia meriana
Watsonia meriana
Bulbil bugle, Bugle lily
75% of the bulbs, planted late in April, have bloomed and the shoots have developed well during the summer. A good outcome.
CHRISTOPHE F., 16/10/2017
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Description
Originating from South Africa, Watsonia meriana is a semi-hardy bulbous plant that produces sculptural inflorescences in early summer. The flowers boast a beautiful shade of salmon-pink.
It belongs to the Iridaceae family, like crocosmias, schizostylis, and dietes. It is a bulbous plant, with medium green, sword-shaped foliage.
In early summer, it produces upright inflorescences, 80cm (32in) to 1m (3ft) in height, with trumpet-shaped flowers in a shade of orangey-pink. They are about 4 to 5cm (2in) long, held horizontally on the inflorescence. These architectural inflorescences create unique sculptural scenes.
In autumn, small bulblets appear in the axils of the flowers, helping the plant to multiply. In some warm regions, it can become invasive.
It is hardy down to -8°C (17.6°F). Watsonia meriana prefers moist, sandy soils. It is especially sensitive to heavy, wet, and alkaline soils, as well as cold winter winds. Plant it facing south, on a sand dune, in a rockery, or on a bank. When planting, replace the topsoil with pure sand to ensure maximum drainage for the bulb. In colder regions, store the bulbs in a box filled with turf and keep them in a dry, frost-free area.
For a modern bed with exotic vibes, mix Watsonia meriana bulbs with kniphofias, crocosmias, libertias, and carex.
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Botanical data
Watsonia
meriana
Iridaceae
Bulbil bugle, Bugle lily
South Africa
Planting and care
Plant Watsonia meriana bulbs in full sun, sheltered from the winds, in moist and sandy soil. They are especially sensitive to heavy, damp, chalky soils, and cold winds in winter. Plant the bulbs facing south, on a sand dune, in a rockery, or on a bank. While they prefer well-drained soil during winter, watsonias need water during their growing season. When planting, replace the topsoil with pure sand to maximise soil drainage, and bury the bulbs at a depth of 6 to 8cm (2 to 3in). In colder regions, store the bulbs in a box filled with turf and keep them in a dry, frost-free area.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.