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GALTONIA candicans

Commonly known as Spire lily, Summer hyacinth

Tall, white hyacinth-like flowers, scented
Further Reading....
  • White
    Tinged green at the base.
  • Height
    1m (39in)
  • Spread
    10cm (4in)
  • Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Bulbous perennial. Linear-lance-shaped, grey-green leaves 50-100cm (20-39in) long
  • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
    Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
  • Full sun

GALTONIA candicans

 
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    South Africa
  • Flower Shape
    Racemes
    Slender racemes of up to 30 pendent flowers
    Tubular
    To 5cm (2in) long
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
    Slightly fragrant.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Likes some moisture during growing and flowering period.
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Galtonia candicans - Growing Guide
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
1m (39in)
 bulb/corm - guide for size not form Watering Can
  10cm (4in)
  

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