'Freckle Face' Blackberry Lily (Belamcanda)
The 'Freckle Face' Blackberry Lily is a captivating perennial that brings beauty to your garden from spring through fall. It boasts unique orange flowers, vividly speckled with red, that bloom in late summer. After the blooms fade, striking black seed pods emerge, resembling blackberries and offering extended visual interest. Its sword-shaped, iris-like foliage remains attractive throughout the season. This variety is exceptionally easy to grow, drought tolerant, and deer resistant, making it an ideal choice for any gardener. It thrives in full sun and adds versatile charm to any landscape.
$17.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
2491
/ 2577
#2491 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-56%
Below average
Botanical name
_Belamcanda chinensis_
/ _Belamcanda chinensis_
Who it's for
- Unique Ornamental Value
- Exceptional Drought Tolerance
- Deer and Rabbit Resistant
Who should skip it
- Potential for Self-Seeding
- Short Individual Bloom Time
- Mild Toxicity Concerns
Key Specs
Botanical name
_Belamcanda chinensis_
Common name
Blackberry lily, leopard flower
Life cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
4 - 10
Sun exposure
Full Sun (> 6 hours)
Mature Height x Width
18-24" tall x 8-12" wide
Bloom Time
Late summer
Spacing Requirement
12 inches
Features
- Striking orange flowers with red speckles
- Blackberry-like seed pods for winter interest
- Appealing sword-shaped foliage
- Highly deer resistant
- Drought tolerant and easy to grow
- Attracts butterflies
- Tolerates poor soils
What customers say
Enthusiasm for the 'Freckle Face' Blackberry Lily centers on its exotic appearance and unique spotted blooms, making it a sought after specialty perennial. Customers consistently praise the careful packaging, noting plants arrive healthy and often exceed shipping expectations. A primary reservation involves the initial small size relative to the cost, suggesting value is realized over time. Established plants show vigorous growth, fueling anticipation for the distinctive flowers. While some new gardeners experience transplant challenges, the overall consensus is that the plant's uniqueness justifies the investment for those seeking a distinctive garden feature. Satisfaction stems from the quality of the stock provided and the patience required for establishment.
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