Geissorhiza arenicola

Geissorhiza arenicola

Family: Iridaceae

Common names: Sand Satin.

The plant grows to 25cm. They have hairy stems with 3 leaves and white star-shaped flowers during Spring.

Sowing instructions: Seed is sown in autumn, 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: Grasberg. Harvest: December 2024