Moraea fergusoniae

Moraea fergusoniae. Cormous geophyte up to 20cm, branching near the base. Leaves several, linear-lanceolate, channelled, sub-erect, margins undulate, sometimes crisped. Flowers white, sometimes blue, the outer tepals with yellow nectar guides, outer tepals larger 20mm long, inner tepals erect. 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: Villiersdorp. Harvest: November 2022