Moraea speciosa

Moraea speciosa (Iridaceae) Grows in the Roggeveld. It is blue with a pale cup and yellow nectar guides, and flowers in winter. 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 : Tanqua. Harvest : November 2023