Water
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in dormancy to prevent rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Also known as Prairie Nymph · Prairienymph
Herbertia lahue is a deciduous perennial from South America, known for its striking, star-shaped blue flowers. It thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight for best flowering, but can tolerate some partial shade.
Moderate during growth, dry during dormancy
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings in the growing season. Keep dry when dormant to prevent rot.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm to moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C during the growing season. Can tolerate cooler temperatures during dormancy.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Light feeding during growth
25% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength monthly during the active growing period. Do not fertilize when dormant.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in dormancy to prevent rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Prune away any dead or damaged foliage as needed. After flowering, cut back the spent flower stalks to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage further blooms. Minimal pruning is generally required.
Propagate by dividing the corms during their dormant period, typically in late summer or early autumn. Plant the divisions in well-draining soil, ensuring they are planted at the correct depth.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. This is best done during the dormant season. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot with adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Herbertia Lahue (Herbertia lahue)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Herbertia |
| Species | Herbertia lahue |
Similar in genus Herbertia
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