Sweet Bobbejaantjie (Babiana Sambucina) is a perennial bulb in the Iridaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Babiana sambucina is a dwarf, spring-flowering bulbous plant known for its attractive lavender to purple flowers and drought tolerance.

Sweet Bobbejaantjie

Sweet Bobbejaantjie

Babiana Sambucina

Babiana sambucina is a dwarf, spring-flowering bulbous plant known for its attractive lavender to purple flowers and drought tolerance.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, drought-tolerant groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sweet Bobbejaantjie

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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Iridaceae
Genus:Babiana