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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) — is a vibrant bulbous perennial showcasing a star-shaped display of multicolored petals
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) — this cormous perennial is known for its multicolored palette
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — and eye-catching accents in mixed beds; which appear in late spring to early summer
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — Harlequin Flowers flourish in U.S; originating from South Africa
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) — this cormous perennial is known for its multicolored palette; when designing a landscape with, image 58
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — offering a brilliant palette of red
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — which appear in late spring to early summer; and eye-catching accents in mixed beds
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) — When designing a landscape with Sparaxis, ensure it receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day
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) — and eye-catching accents in mixed beds
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — commonly referred to as the Harlequin Flower
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — commonly referred to as the Harlequin Flower; multi-colored and red flowers in the garden
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — typically featuring a triad of vivid hues on each bloom
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — offering a brilliant palette of red; is a vibrant bulbous perennial showcasing a star-shaped display of
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — erect stems that reach heights of approximately 12 to 18 inches; measure roughly 1.5 to 2.5 inches in diameter
Sparaxis, Harlequin Flower (Sparaxis Tricolor) — making them ideal for mid-border plantings or as an accent in rock gardens; bulb / perennial with, image 86
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) — The petals showcase an electrifying combination of colors; the Harlequin Flower is also remarkably drought
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) — 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) — is a vibrant bulbous perennial showcasing a star-shaped display of multicolored petals; offering a brilliant
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