Geissorhiza inflexa

Geissorhiza inflexa. Leaves sword-shaped to linear, margins usually with wings held at right angles to blades, 2-10mm wide, minutely hairy on veins and margin edges. Flowers in 2-6 flowered spike, white to cream, sometimes red or purple. Sowing : 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 : Tulbagh. Harvest : October 2023