Sandersonia aurantica
Half Hardy Perennial
- Position: Full sun
- Zones: 9, 10
- Height: 30 inches
- Germination: Experience Useful
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Border
Description
T&M Reintroduction 2008
A delicate, slightly climbing plant with pendulous lanterns in alluring, rich orange accompanied by exotic looking foliage.
Sowing Instructions
Sow February to May. Sow seeds 3mm (1/8in) deep in trays, pots, etc. of good seed compost and place in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 65-70F (18-20C).
Germination is slow and irregular, use a free draining compost.
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots.
Aftercare Instructions
Accilimatise young plants to outdoor conditions before planting out 30cm (12in) apart.
Prefers a well drained soil in full sun.