Beschorneria septentrionalis
northern beschorneria
Flower Colors
Description
An evergreen perennial forming a large clump of arching, strap-shaped leaves, each to 20cm in length. The candelabra-like inflorescence, up to 1.5m tall, has a vivid red stem and green-tipped, fuchsia-pink, tubular flowers, produced from late spring to mid-summer
Mature Height
1.5m
Mature Spread
1.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.2 m/yr
Soil Texture
LoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H5
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 7-11
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Drought resistantArchitecturalCity and courtyard gardensGravel gardenPatio and container plantsSub-tropicalFlower borders and bedsWall side borders