Bring vivid color and star-shaped blooms to your sunny garden beds with the African Corn Lily.
The African Corn Lily is a perennial bulb from the iris family that native to South Africa. It grows up to 0.6 meters tall with narrow, grass-like leaves and thin, wiry stems. Growing outdoors in full sun, it makes a wonderful partner for companion plants like grape hyacinth, blue fescue, and common lavender.
This is a low-water, drought-tolerant plant that requires a moderate level of care. It flowers in the spring, displaying brilliant star-shaped blooms that attract bees and butterflies. Once it finishes flowering, the plant goes into a complete summer dormancy, resting underground until its next growth phase.
What makes this flower stand out is its striking color contrast, featuring vivid petals paired with dark centers. Remember to plant it where curious hands and paws cannot reach, as all parts of the plant are toxic to both humans and pets.