Description
Haemanthus coccineus. The flower-heads emerge in autumn, usually before the leaves appear. The peduncle is occasionally unmarked, but is most often more-or-less streaked or spotted. The flower-head comprises 6-9 stiff, red spathe valves surrounding the 25-100 coral to scarlet flowers. Sowing: Sow immediately in a rich but well drained medium by pressing the seeds just onto the soil without covering them. Locality: Gouda. Harvest: March 2023
