Bomarea caldasii wet Sparkling white summer flowers

Sparkling white summer flowers

A gem among hardy pelargoniums

this dwarf form of P

glaucous green foliage emerges then

the pretty leaves turn reds and purples in autumn with significant red stems remaining in winter

Bomarea caldasii wet Sparkling white summer flowersUmbels of pendulous red orange flowers in late summer dangle from vining stems that grow from vigorous underground tuberous roots. In mild climates, flowers will persist until late winter. This beauty appreciates protection from the hot afternoon sun as well as the application of summer water. Plant in moderately well draining soil. A Central American native plant. Tuberous vine; mature size: 10 12 ft T Minimum temperature: 30 F