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 3–10Climate Mediterranean

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — is a vibrant bulbous perennial showcasing a star-shaped display of multicolored petals

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Iridaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — is a vibrant bulbous perennial showcasing a star-shaped display of multicolored petals; offering a, image 49

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — Its striking hues peak in late spring to early summer; often with a dark center or 'eye,', image 51

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — Typically reaching 12-18 inches in height, it flourishes in well-drained soil and full sun, image 50

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) — this cormous perennial is known for its multicolored palette; when designing a landscape with, image 58

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — and purple with contrasting centers; is an exquisite and colorful addition to any ornamental, image 53

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — Originating from South Africa; harlequin Flowers flourish in U.S, image 57

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — is an exquisite and colorful addition to any ornamental garden display; and purple with, image 56

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — commonly referred to as the Harlequin Flower; multi-colored and red flowers in the garden, image 55

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — typically featuring a triad of vivid hues on each bloom; typically reaching 12-18 inches in, image 59

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — and eye-catching accents in mixed beds; which appear in late spring to early summer, image 54

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — Harlequin Flowers flourish in U.S; originating from South Africa, image 60

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — making them ideal for mid-border plantings or as an accent in rock gardens; bulb / perennial with, image 62

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — measure roughly 1.5 to 2.5 inches in diameter; erect stems that reach heights of approximately 12, image 64

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) — erect stems that reach heights of approximately 12 to 18 inches; measure roughly 1.5 to 2.5 inches, image 61

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) — For a dramatic presentation, plant the corms in groups or clusters, spacing them about 3 to 4, image 69

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — multi-colored and red flowers in the garden; commonly referred to as the Harlequin Flower, image 70

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) — often with a dark center or 'eye,' surrounded by blazing shades like red; its striking hues peak, image 66

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) — The Harlequin Flower is also remarkably drought tolerant once established, requiring minimal, image 68

Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — bulb / perennial for full or half; for a dramatic presentation, plant the corms in groups or, image 72

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