Watsonia (Watsonia Aletroides) 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.
Watsonia aletroides is a tuberous perennial plant native to South Africa, known for its tall spikes of tubular, coral-red to pink flowers and sword-shaped leaves.
Watsonia
Watsonia Aletroides
Watsonia aletroides is a tuberous perennial plant native to South Africa, known for its tall spikes of tubular, coral-red to pink flowers and sword-shaped leaves.
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