PlantFiles Pictures African Corn Lily (Ixia maculata) by kennedyh
This little bulb from South Africa is great for use in beds, borders for fresh cut flowers, and naturalized in prairies or meadows. Grows up to 16-20 in. tall (40-50 cm) and 2-3 in. wide (5-7 cm). Performs best in full sun in well-drained soils.
African Corn Lily Photograph by Joy Watson Fine Art America
Description This showy "Corn Lily" is actually in the Iris family and native to South Africa's Cape Province. The yellow and orange-yellow flowers are star-shaped of 6 petals up to 2.5 inches. Leaves are long and sword-like while10-20 inch wiry stems hold the clusters of flowers.
Ixia Plant How to Grow Corn lily, African Iris
Wait until the soil is 60 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. In the North this will be in September or October, in the South in October or November. Pick a spot in your garden that has well-draining soil and gets full sun or partial shade. Plant the Ixia bulbs about 3-4" deep and 2-3" apart, placing them in the ground with their pointy ends up.
PlantFiles Pictures African Corn Lily (Ixia maculata) by kennedyh
My visit to Sky Seeds Shop to purchase Ixia bulbs also called African Corn Lily flowers of beautiful colors of Iris family native to South Africa. Easy to gr.
African Corn Lily Flower Bed Photograph by Joy Watson
Ixia is a genus of cormous plants native to South Africa from the family Iridaceae. Some of them are known as the corn lily. Some distinctive traits include sword-like leaves and long wiry stems with star-shaped flowers. It usually prefers well-drained soil. The popular corn lily has specific, not very intense fragrance.
Ixia African Corn Lily Mixed The Garden Club of Houston
Ixia maculata is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae known by the common name spotted African corn lily. It is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa, [1] but it is grown widely as an ornamental plant. It can also be found growing wild as an introduced species in several areas, including Western Australia. [2]
African Corn Lily Planting bulbs, Beautiful flowers, Corn plant
Common Name: African Corn Lily, Corn Lily, Ixia Botanical Name: Ixia spp., IK-see-a Decorative Life: 7-10 days. Flower Color: Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White Availability: Spring, Summer Storage Specifics: 32-34F up to 3 days dry. Tidbits: From the Greek "ixia" (bird lime), referring to the plant's sticky sap.
African Corn Lily, Ixia maculata, Iridaceae, Cape Province, South Africa Stock Photo Alamy
Spotted african corn lily (Ixia maculata) Care Guide. Spotted african corn lily is adored for its star-shaped, bright orange flowers that form clusters in spring. Its name, "Spotted African corn lily," alludes to its native region and the yellow-orange coloration of its blossoms. This flowering bulb is an ornamental plant typically grown in borders, containers, greenhouses, and rock gardens.
Ixia Spotlight Bulbs Magenta Wand Flower African Corn Lily Bulbs Easy To Grow Bulbs
Ixia has a few other common names, including African corn lily, wand flower, ixi and cornflag. It has traditionally been associated with some customs and folklore in South Africa, where it's believed to bring good luck and happiness.
PlantFiles Pictures Ixia Species, African Corn Lily, African Iris, Wand Flower (Ixia curta) by
Ixia is a genus of short-lived perennials that gives us a number of ornamental plants referred to as 'African Corn Lilies'. They grow from corms (sometimes called bulbs) and might be grown as annuals in the UK or given a protected site in winter to make it through to subsequent years.
Marquette African Corn Lily 30 Bulbs Ixia 5/+ cm Bulbs
African Corn Lily 'Mabel' Ixia 'Mable' Characteristics Type: Bulb Zone: 8 - 10 Height: 16 - 20 in. Spread: 2 - 3 in. Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Sun Water: Moderate Blooms: Late Spring to Early Summer Bloom Color: Bright Magenta Flower: Showy Culture
Ixia Plant Info Tips For Growing African Corn Lily Plants
Sometimes called the African corn lily. A South African genus related to the iris with grass-like leaves and spikes of colorful, bellshaped flowers which hang their heads. Brilliant colors are one of this genus' most valuable characteristics. There are blues, yellows, purples, scarlets, and carmines, and the two-ranked pointed foliage is also.
Ixia African Corn Lily Pack of 40 Bulbs Garden Plants
Description Reviews (7) This unique mix has sword like leaves with long wiry stems that have two-toned star shaped flowers in red, orange, peach, pink and yellow. Ixia is a late spring to early summer bloomer. A great option for borders, meadows, beds and cut flowers. Overall Customer Rating of 7 Reviews: Write a review! Read all reviews
African Corn Lily Flows Photograph by Joy Watson Pixels
Pronounced Ik-see-uh, the plants are commonly called wand flowers, cornflowers, or African corn lily plants. Ixia wand flower thrives in the hottest and sunniest areas of the garden, producing attractive, sword-shaped foliage and masses of dainty, star-shaped flowers on wiry stems. Growing Ixia Bulbs
Growing Ixia Flowers How To Care For African Corn Lily Bulbs
Ixia Growing and Care Guide Common Names: African Corn Lily, African Iris, Corn Lily, Wand flower, Turquoise Ixia. Life Cycle: Half hardy bulb. Height: 12 to 36 inches (30 to 90 cm).
PlantFiles Pictures Ixia Species, African Corn Lily, African Iris, Wand Flower (Ixia maculata
Afrian Corn Flag is a perennial herb with red to yellow flowers and long narrow leaves found in the coastal ranges. It is native to southern Africa. It favors dunes, scrub and chaparral habitats. It reproduces by corms which multiply rapidly, making it potentially weedy in the garden. Seeds are dispersed by birds and water.