Description
Watsonia densiflora. It is a very hardy, evergreen, bulbous plant that forms dense clumps of strap-like leaves and massed spikes of brightly coloured flowers. Sowing : Seed is sown in summer, thinly, in deep (min. 10 cm) seed trays, to allow for root development. The soil medium should be well drained, a recommended mix being 2 parts sand : 2 parts compost : 1 part loam or equal parts sand and compost, and the seeds should be planted 3-4 mm deep, covered with clean sand and kept moist and lightly shaded. Locality: Vernon Crookes. Harvest: September 2021
