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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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Deciduous - to semi evergreen
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Herbaceous - Early 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 -
Additional Features - Good to know - - sword-shaped leaves in fans with flower colours of blue, yellow, mauve and white. -
Pests & Diseases - root rot outside - aphids and red spider mite in greenhouse -
Place of origin - North and South America. Widely naturalised elsewhere. -
Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - - resents winter wet.
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Neutral to alkaline soil
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Sisyrinchium - Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of SISYRINCHIUM
SISYRINCHIUM striatum >
Commonly known as: Pigroot, Rush lily, Satin flower.
Evergreen perennial with lance-shaped iris-like leaves and stems of pale yellow flowers
SISYRINCHIUM striatum 'Aunt May' >
Commonly known as: Pigroot, Rush lily, Satin flower.
Bold, creamy-yellow striped leaves and pale yellow flowers
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
