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SISYRINCHIUM
Commonly known as Pigroot, Rush lily, Satin flower
Grassy-leaved plants in the iris family. Several species in the eastern USA are threatened or endangered.
Genus of about 140 species of annuals and rhizomatous perennials, some semi-evergreen. They are native to North and South America although some are widely naturalised elsewhere. They thrive in habitats ranging from mountainous areas to meadows and coastal sands.
Further Reading....
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DeciduousTo semi evergreen
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Annuals and rhizomatous perennials
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Full sun
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Additional Features
Good to knowSword-shaped leaves in fans with flower colours of blue, yellow, mauve and white.
Pests & DiseasesRoot rot outside - aphids and red spider mite in greenhouse
Place of originNorth and South America. Widely naturalised elsewhere. -
Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilResents winter wet.Neutral to alkaline soil
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Sisyrinchium - Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of SISYRINCHIUM
SISYRINCHIUM striatum
Pigroot, Rush lily, Satin flower
evergreen perennial with lance-shaped iris-like leaves and stems of pale yellow flowers
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
individually £13.50 each , 3+ £11.00 each
SISYRINCHIUM striatum 'Aunt May'
Pigroot, Rush lily, Satin flower
bold, creamy-yellow striped leaves and pale yellow flowers
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
individually £14.00 each , 3+ £12.00 each
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
