Schizostylis Hesperantha Coccinea 'Zeal Salmon'
Best late-season accent for pond owners seeking vibrant, long-lasting floral color.
The 'Zeal Salmon' is a kaffir lily, scientifically known as Schizostylis Hesperantha Coccinea 'Zeal Salmon', supplied as a bare root plant. It produces spikes of luscious red to salmon-pink, star-shaped flowers, offering color from late summer into early winter. This semi-evergreen variety grows to about 15 to 24 inches tall, featuring distinct, iris-like leaves. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moist soil conditions, making it an excellent choice for adding late-season interest to outdoor ponds. Its blooms are also highly valued for long-lasting cut flower arrangements.
$15.92
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Category Rank
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#3 in Aquatic Plants
Price vs Category Average
-14%
Below average
Packaging Type
Bare Root
/ Bare Root
Who it's for
- Floral enthusiasts wanting elegant, long-lasting indoor arrangements
- Gardeners seeking late-season color in their landscape
- Pond owners needing plants for boggy or wet margins
Who should skip it
- Minimalists wanting low-maintenance plants that stay in one spot
- Designers prioritizing year-round foliage interest in their garden beds
- Cold-climate gardeners avoiding high-maintenance winter protection tasks
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Longevity
Extended blooming cycle provides vibrant color well into the winter months.
Pond Compatibility
Thrives in the moist, boggy conditions essential for healthy pond margins.
Floral Utility
Sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms make these ideal for indoor arrangements.
Foliage Persistence
Semi-evergreen iris-like leaves maintain visual interest throughout the entire year.
Establishment Ease
Bare root format requires careful initial hydration to ensure successful root development.
Hardiness Range
Versatile growth potential across a wide spectrum of climate zones.
Key Specs
Packaging Type
Bare Root
Hardiness Zones
6-11
Mature Height
15 to 24 inches
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
Soil Preference
Prefers moist soil
Features
- Blooms late summer through early winter for extended color
- Produces star-shaped flowers in red to salmon-pink hues
- Semi-evergreen foliage provides year-round interest
- Excellent longevity when used as cut flowers
- Thrives in moist soil conditions
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Zeal Salmon. Upon arrival, reviewers find the plants robust, healthy, and meticulously packaged, ensuring they arrive in excellent condition. The unique salmon coloration offers a vibrant and distinctive design, significantly enhancing the aesthetic appeal of water features. This combination of reliable health and striking visual impact makes the Zeal Salmon a highly valued and beautiful addition to any aquatic garden, bringing both life and color.
Know before you buy
Plant your bare root 'Zeal Salmon' as soon as possible after receiving it. Ensure the roots are placed in moist, well-draining soil or a boggy area near your pond, keeping the crown just at or slightly below the soil surface.
While this plant thrives in moist soil, it is not a true aquatic plant that grows fully submerged. It is best suited for the damp, boggy margins of a pond or a container kept consistently wet.
Schizostylis 'Zeal Salmon' is hardy in zones 6 through 11. In colder climates within this range, consider applying a layer of mulch around the base to protect the roots during deep freezes.
This variety performs best in full sun to partial shade. Providing at least six hours of sunlight will encourage the most prolific flowering from late summer through early winter.
Yes, these star-shaped blooms are excellent for cut flower arrangements. They are known for their longevity, allowing you to enjoy their salmon-pink color indoors long after they are cut.
This is a semi-evergreen variety, meaning it will retain much of its iris-like foliage throughout the year in milder climates. In colder regions, the leaves may die back partially, but they will return in the spring.
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