Watsonia (Watsonia Densiflora) is a perennial bulb in the Iridaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Watsonia densiflora is a half-hardy, evergreen, cormous perennial forming dense clumps of strap-like, mid- to bright green leaves and, in summer, tall spikes of tubular pink to lilac flowers.

Watsonia

Watsonia

Watsonia Densiflora

Watsonia densiflora is a half-hardy, evergreen, cormous perennial forming dense clumps of strap-like, mid- to bright green leaves and, in summer, tall spikes of tubular pink to lilac flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, cut flower, border accent

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Watsonia

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Expert Care Tips

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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:Watsonia
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