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Hesperantha coccinea 'Fenland Daybreak'

Hesperantha coccinea 'Fenland Daybreak'

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Hesperantha coccinea 'Fenland Daybreak'

Experience the beauty of Hesperantha coccinea 'Fenland Daybreak', formerly known as Schizostylis and also known as the 'Flag Lily'. This unique clump forming bulbous perennial is a must-have for any garden. With its blade-like, light green leaves and stunning pink flowers, it is perfect for the front or mid border. It can thrive in full sun or semi-shade and grows to a height of 60cm with flower spikes slightly taller than the leaves. The flowers bloom from late summer to autumn, adding a pop of colour to your garden.

  • Height: Easily maintained to 60cm 
  • Spread: Easily maintained to 0.5m
  • Foliage Colour: Light green
  • Flower Colour: Pink
  • Flowering Season: Late summer to autumn
  • Soil Type: Moist, well drained, sandy, loam, chalk, clay
  • Position: Full Sun - Partial Shade
  • Hardiness: Fully Hardy once established, H4 (-5 and below)
  • Type: Herbaceous Perennial

What sets 'Fenland Daybreak' apart is its smaller size and excellent growth habit. It can easily be maintained at a height of 1m and a spread of 0.5m. Its light green foliage and pink flowers make it a standout in any garden. This herbaceous perennial is fully hardy once established and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5 degrees Celsius (H4 hardiness rating).

Supplied in either a 9cm pot or 2 Litre pot, you can choose the perfect size for your garden. Hesperantha coccinea 'Fenland Daybreak' is a bulbous perennial with strap-like leaves and open, cup-shaped flowers. It comes in a range of heights, from dwarf varieties at 40cm to the more common 60/80cm. The flower colours vary from strong red to pink, pale pink, and white.

This plant thrives in fertile soil and can tolerate full sun to semi-shade. Its flowers bloom from late summer to as late as December in mild conditions. The clump-forming habit of this plant is slow-spreading and non-invasive, making it a great candidate for division and splitting to create more plants for your garden or to share with friends. Don't miss out on adding this unique and stunning plant to your collection.

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  • Dispatch Time: Allow up to 5 working days for dispatch, extended to 10 during peak times.
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  • No International Delivery.
  • Delivery Charges: Royal Mail 1st Class: £5.99 for parcels 0-0.99kg. 48HR Courier/Royal Mail 1st Class: £8.99 for parcels over 1kg.
  • Local Delivery: £5 within 5 miles of North Perrott, including Montacute, Stoke Sub Hamdon, etc.

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  • Plants are securely packed according to type for safe transit.
Returns:
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