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Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower

Sparaxis Tricolor

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Overview

The Sparaxis, or Harlequin Flower, Sparaxis tricolor, is a vibrant bulbous perennial showcasing a star-shaped display of multicolored petals. Typically reaching 12-18 inches in height, it flourishes in well-drained soil and full sun. Its striking hues peak in late spring to early summer, offering a brilliant palette of red, yellow, and purple with contrasting centers, ideal for borders, rock gardens, and eye-catching accents in mixed beds. Zones 9-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 3–10Type Bulb, PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — Its striking hues peak in late spring to early summer; often with a dark center or 'eye,', image 75

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Bulb, Perennial
Family
Iridaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — The Harlequin Flower is also remarkably drought tolerant once established, requiring minimal watering
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — typically featuring a triad of vivid hues on each bloom; typically reaching 12-18 inches in height, it
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — Harlequin Flowers flourish in U.S; originating from South Africa, image 84
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — bulb / perennial for full or half
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — bulb / perennial with multi-colored and red blooms; making them ideal for mid-border plantings or, image 71
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — is an exquisite and colorful addition to any ornamental garden display
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — measure roughly 1.5 to 2.5 inches in diameter; erect stems that reach heights of approximately 12 to 18 inches
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — multi-colored and red flowers in the garden
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — bulb / perennial with multi-colored and red blooms; making them ideal for mid-border plantings or as an accent
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — Typically reaching 12-18 inches in height, it flourishes in well-drained soil and full sun, image 74
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — this cormous perennial is known for its multicolored palette; when designing a landscape with, image 82
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — often with a dark center or 'eye,' surrounded by blazing shades like red
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — The petals showcase an electrifying combination of colors; the Harlequin Flower is also remarkably, image 65
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — is an exquisite and colorful addition to any ornamental garden display; and purple with contrasting centers
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — which appear in late spring to early summer
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — bulb / perennial for full or half; for a dramatic presentation, plant the corms in groups or clusters, spacing
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — typically featuring a triad of vivid hues on each bloom; typically reaching 12-18 inches in, image 83
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — making them ideal for mid-border plantings or as an accent in rock gardens; bulb / perennial with
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — and purple with contrasting centers
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — When designing a landscape with Sparaxis, ensure it receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight, image 67
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — erect stems that reach heights of approximately 12 to 18 inches; measure roughly 1.5 to 2.5 inches, image 85
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — which appear in late spring to early summer; and eye-catching accents in mixed beds, image 63
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — Its striking hues peak in late spring to early summer
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — offering a brilliant palette of red; is a vibrant bulbous perennial showcasing a star-shaped, image 52
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