Watsonia borbonica | White The Potting Shed including as the name sea

including as the name sea holly suggests sandy soils

Originally from Italy in the 16th century

The fragrant white lacecap blooms last for weeks through late spring and summer

• Hardened

these plants require the heat of summer to bloom well in winter

Watsonia borbonica | White The Potting Shed including as the name seaVery old fashioned and not often seen these days! Watsonia are so reminiscent of Grandmas Garden, lovely healthy strappy leaves and glorious pure white blooms with 6 petals about 5cm across, not too unlike gladiolus, on tall spikes up to about 1. 4 metres tall. the corms naturalize over time and form large clumps, which are easily divided for giving away. This lovely fresh white looks gorgeous when cut in a vase too. Blooms in late spring to early