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Moraea Alticola Flower Seeds for Garden Planting

Moraea Alticola Flower Seeds for Garden Planting

$16.39 USD
$16.39 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Spacing: Space seeds 1–2 inches apart; once seedlings are established, transplant with ~15–20 cm (6–8 in) spacing

Sowing: Sow seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the last frost in well-drained seed-starting mix.

Seed Preparation: Cold stratify seeds for 2–4 weeks in a moist paper towel inside a plastic bag to improve germination.

How to Grow

Soil: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil with moderate fertility is best.

Water: Water regularly during active growth but avoid waterlogged conditions; allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings.

Light: Full sun to partial shade.

Tips

Pair with other spring–summer perennials or ornamental grasses for contrast and layered seasonal interest.

ant in groups or drifts for a dramatic display of yellow blooms

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

pollinator-friendly

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Upright, clump-forming

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Spring to early summer

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Moraea Alticola Flower Seeds for Garden Planting
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Open Pollinated

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Flowering Plant

Moraea Alticola, sometimes called a vlei iris, is a hardy perennial bulb native to high-altitude regions of southern Africa such as the Drakensberg Mountains. It produces tall stems with distinctive pale yellow flowers that often include darker nectar guides and a subtle scent, making it a standout addition to ornamental gardens. Well-adapted to full sun and well-drained soils, the plant also performs well in rockeries and dry garden landscapes where its elegant blooms and architectural structure offer seasonal charm and pollinator appeal

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Autumn, Early Spring

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

Not Applicable

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

25–40 cm

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Full Sun

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

USDA Zones 8–10

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

15–20 cm

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

1–2 cm

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Well-drained soil, full sunlight,

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000160642