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Scarlet River Lily

Schizostylis Coccinea

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Overview

The Kaffir Lily (Schizostylis coccinea) is a perennial boasting slender, sword-like leaves reaching up to 2 feet long, and vibrant, star-shaped red or pink flowers atop 2-3 foot stems. Blooming late in the season, from late summer to fall, it's ideal for adding a splash of color when most other plants are fading. Prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 6-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 6–9Climate Temperate
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — The Kaffir Lily (Schizostylis coccinea) is a perennial boasting slender
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — sword-like leaves reaching up to 2 feet longScarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — star-shaped red or pink flowers atop 2-3 foot stemsScarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — Blooming late in the seasonScarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — it's ideal for adding a splash of color when most other plants are fadingScarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soilScarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — scientifically known as Schizostylis coccinea+19

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Iridaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — The Kaffir Lily (Schizostylis coccinea) is a perennial boasting slender
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — sword-like leaves reaching up to 2 feet long
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — star-shaped red or pink flowers atop 2-3 foot stems
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — Blooming late in the season
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — it's ideal for adding a splash of color when most other plants are fading
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — scientifically known as Schizostylis coccinea
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — is a striking perennial that offers a splash of color to any garden landscape
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — this robust plant is renowned for its ability to flourish in moist
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — preferring full sun to partial shade exposure
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — The Kaffir Lily reaches an average height of 18 to 24 inches with a spread of 12 to 18 inches
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — with trumpet-shaped flowers ranging in hues from deep red to pink and white
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — depending on the cultivar
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — These vibrant blooms appear on slender
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — erect spikes from late summer through fall
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — often continuing until the first frost
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — The Kaffir Lily's sword-like
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — evergreen foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — contributing to the plant's visual appeal even when not in bloom.<br><br>For the ideal planting design
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — They require regular watering, particularly during dry periods, to maintain a lush appearance
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — Deadheading the faded flowers can promote a longer blooming period
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — adding to the ecological value of your design
Scarlet River Lily (Schizostylis Coccinea) — pink flowers in the garden

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