table mountain watsonia
Watsonia tabularis
USDA zones9 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size4 to 5 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Table mountain watsonia (Watsonia tabularis) is a perennial for borders, containers, and low maintenance gardens. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 9 and warmer, down to about 20°F (-7°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. It reaches about 4 to 5 feet tall and blooms in spring and again in summer. Birds visit the flowers.
Pairs well with Agapanthus, Purple top, and Lemon grass.