Schizostylus Coccinea
Best low-maintenance perennial for adding late-season color to water gardens.
Schizostylus Coccinea, commonly known as Kaffir Lily, is a beautiful aquatic plant that adds vibrant color to water gardens. It features thin, iris-like evergreen foliage and produces striking coral red, vibrant red, or deep salmon-pink blossoms. This plant thrives in full sun to mostly shade conditions and can reach up to 2 feet in height. It is an easy-to-grow perennial that blooms late into the season, extending the visual appeal of your pond or water feature. Ideal for marginal planting zones.
$17.95
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4.5
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#711 in Aquatic Plants
Price vs Category Average
-3%
Below average
Height
2
/ Up to feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking extended color during late summer and autumn
- Busy homeowners wanting a hardy, low-maintenance landscape addition
- Eco-conscious gardeners looking to support local bees and butterflies
Who should skip it
- Minimalist gardeners with limited space for spreading rhizomes
- Residents in arid climates without reliable irrigation systems
- Gardeners in freezing climates seeking reliable perennial performance
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Longevity
Late-season blooms provide essential color when other pond plants fade.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention from gardeners.
Environmental Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to varying light conditions from full sun to shade.
Visual Impact
Striking red and salmon hues create a bold, high-contrast focal point.
Planting Flexibility
Perfect for marginal zones, though limited by specific hardiness requirements.
Establishment Potential
Bare root format allows for quick, reliable integration into aquatic beds.
Key Specs
Height
Up to 2 feet
Zones
7-8
Packaging
Bare Root
Features
- Blooms late summer to late fall
- Iris-like evergreen foliage
- Available in multiple blossom colors (coral red, vibrant red, salmon-pink)
- Tolerates sun to mostly shade
- Easy to grow perennial
- Blooms late into the season
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Schizostylus Coccinea received from Webb's Water Gardens. Many highlight the plants arriving robust and healthy, often exceeding expectations in size and vigor. This strong initial quality translates into successful establishment and vibrant growth in various water garden settings. The perceived value for money is also a recurring positive, with buyers feeling they received substantial, well cared for specimens for their investment. Overall, the sentiment reflects deep satisfaction with both the product's condition and its contribution to their aquatic landscapes.
Know before you buy
As a marginal plant, it is best placed in shallow water, ideally with the crown just at or slightly below the water line. It thrives in the moist soil of pond edges or bog gardens.
Schizostylus Coccinea is hardy in zones 7-8. If you live in a colder climate, you may need to move the plant to a protected area or provide winter mulch to ensure it survives.
While it performs best in full sun, it is quite adaptable and will tolerate partial to mostly shaded conditions. Keep in mind that bloom density may be slightly lower in deep shade.
The foliage is evergreen, meaning it will retain its color throughout the year in appropriate climates. You can simply trim back any damaged or dead leaves in the early spring to encourage fresh growth.
Plant your bare root as soon as possible after receiving it to prevent the roots from drying out. Ensure the roots are submerged in moist soil or a pond basket with aquatic planting media to help it establish quickly.
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