Image:Gerhard Bock

(Seed Grown)
Veltheimia capensis is a winter-growing South African bulb with wavy, bluish-grey foliage that emerges in autumn and dies back in summer — unlike Veltheimia bracteata, which can stay evergreen when happy. In late autumn, it sends up a sturdy stem topped with pendulous pink tubular flowers that are subtly speckled and wonderfully exotic.
 
Thriving in full sun with excellent drainage, it’s drought-tolerant once established and adds sculptural form and seasonal drama to dry, sunny gardens with minimal fuss.
 
Flower Color: Soft Pink
Bloomtime: Late Winter - Spring
Height: 1 foot
Width: 1-2 feet
Exposure: Sun
Soil Type: Good  Drainage
Cold Tolerance: Summer Dormant.
Irrigation requirements: Low