Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Half-hardy
H3
RHS hardiness
-5°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
1m | Max | 20cm |
40cm | Min | 10cm |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
Black Flag Overview
The hardy Ferraria crispa has sword-like leaves and wavy cup-shaped flowers that are either a brown, creamy or yellow hue with speckled brown spots. The flowers only last for one day and have a carrion scent to them, attracting flies as pollinators.
How to propagate Black Flag
Division
Seed
Special features of Black Flag
Drought resistant
Attractive flowers
The most detailed flower covered with brown speckles.
Other uses of Black Flag
Grown for their curious flowers.