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Discussion in 'Identification Area' started by Heather, Aug 31, 2005.

  1. Heather

    Heather Apprentice Gardener

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    Hello, yes I know I'm not very good at identifying plants in my garden but I'm just learning so sorry to be picking your brains again.
    Any ideas ? :(
    It is growing in a border that I have not cleared since we moved in (hence the rather large weeds!)
    Heather

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  2. suedobie

    suedobie Gardener

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    Hi Heather, it is a Schizostylis Coccinea, commonly known as a Kaffir Lily. They tolerate full sun, also like to be planted around a pond or somewhere their roots are kept moist.

    Fabulous colour, mine are more a pale pink

    Sue
     
  3. Heather

    Heather Apprentice Gardener

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    Hi Sue, Thanks [​IMG] It is a fab colour. The photo really does it justice. Do you think it will tolerate being moved? We are planning to clear the border where it is now to extend the lawn and I don't want to lose it.
    Heather
     
  4. suedobie

    suedobie Gardener

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    Hi Heather, they can be lifted and divided but not until Spring, they will die back in the Autumn. If you do need to move them before then try to take as much soil with it so as not to disturbe the roots too much and give it lots of water when you replant it, then keep your fingers crossed that it will come up next year.
    Sue
     

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