Ixia - Magic Wand Mix
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking vibrant, deer-resistant summer blooms.
Brighten your garden with the Ixia - Magic Wand Mix, featuring 80 bulbs that bloom into sparkling spikes of jewel-toned flowers in early summer. These captivating blooms boast slender stems and contrasting eyes, creating an airy, suspended effect. Known for being drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, they are an excellent choice for containers or cutting gardens. Thriving in full sun to partial sun, this mix provides a graceful and vibrant display, perfect for adding a touch of magic to your landscape.
$24.47
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
726
/ 3183
#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+4%
Above average
Includes
80
/ Ixia Bulbs
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a vibrant, multi-colored floral display
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, hardy landscape plants
- Floral enthusiasts looking for long-lasting, elegant cut flowers
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate gardeners unwilling to lift bulbs annually
- Gardeners with heavy, poorly draining, or shaded soil
- Minimalists wanting strictly controlled, non-spreading garden beds
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Jewel-toned blooms create a striking, airy display in any garden.
Maintenance Ease
Drought-tolerant nature makes these bulbs a low-effort gardening win.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and critters, protecting your floral investment.
Container Versatility
Compact height and slender stems are perfect for patio pots.
Climate Adaptability
Strict hardiness zone requirements limit success to warmer regions.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy, elegant stems provide excellent material for fresh indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
Includes
80 Ixia Bulbs
Planting Depth
3-4 inches
Spacing
2-3 inches apart
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-10
Water Requirement
Moderate
SKU
32807-80
Mature Height
20 inches
Features
- Mixed jewel tones with contrasting eyes
- Reaches 16-20 inches in height
- Drought tolerant and low maintenance
- Ideal for containers and cutting
- Resistant to deer and other critters
- Blooms late spring to early summer
- Adds an airy, suspended visual effect
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the 'Ixia Magic Wand Mix' for its exceptional quality and reliable performance. The bulbs show high viability, resulting in robust growth across different conditions. Gardeners love the stunning, unpredictable array of vibrant colors that transform beds and containers into a dynamic spectacle. This mix is highly valued for its suitability as a long lasting cut flower, adding utility beyond simple landscaping. Its minimal care requirements make it ideal for all skill levels. The consensus is that this mix delivers a delightful, dependable burst of summer color, offering excellent garden impact and making it a highly recommended purchase for adding reliable beauty to the landscape.
Know before you buy
Yes, Ixia bulbs are excellent for containers. Their slender, upright stems and airy habit make them a perfect choice for patio pots or window boxes where you can enjoy their jewel-toned blooms up close.
Ixia bulbs are hardy in zones 8-10. If you live in a colder region, you can still enjoy them by planting them in containers that can be moved indoors or to a protected area during the winter months.
For the best results, plant your bulbs in a location that receives full sun to partial sun. While they can tolerate some shade, they perform best and produce the most vibrant colors with plenty of direct sunlight.
Yes, Ixia bulbs are generally resistant to deer and other common garden critters. This makes them a reliable choice for landscapes where wildlife pressure is a concern.
Plant the bulbs 3 to 4 inches deep and space them about 2 to 3 inches apart. This spacing ensures the plants have enough room to develop their signature slender, spiked stems.
You can expect these bulbs to bloom from late spring through early summer. They provide a beautiful transition between your spring-flowering bulbs and your mid-summer perennials.
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