Romulea leipoldtii

Romulea leipoldtii

Family: Iridaceae

It grows up to 30cm in damp areas. Cream-white and yellow flowers appear 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: Porterville. Harvest: November 2024