Velthemia bracteata seeds – (Forest Lily , Sand Onion)

Description

This is a beautiful and valuable winter flowering plant which grows from bulbs , and can be grown from seed.  It is deciduous through the summer. It likes well drained humus rich soils and can stand some drought when established.  It is best grown in semi shade and does well beneath trees in dappled light.  It makes an excellent pot plant for areas which have light shade.  It will grow outdoors in northern regions, and will tolerate light frosts, but cannot stand heavy frosts.