Plant during the recommended period shown in the variety’s specifications. If you cannot plant straight away, store them somewhere cool, dry and well ventilated.
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Sparaxis 'Harlequin Mix', commonly known as the harlequin flower, is a joyful celebration of colour and pattern, bringing theatrical flair to the late spring garden. Each bloom of Sparaxis 'Harlequin Mix' looks hand-painted, combining vivid shades of orange, white and cerise with strikingly graphic centres. At the heart of every flower sits a bold, mask-like design, where heart-shaped flashes of yellow appear layered over a dramatic black starburst. It is easy to see how Sparaxis 'Harlequin Mix' earned its name, echoing the diamond patterns and colourful costumes of the harlequins of old. Compact and neat in habit, these small but expressive flowers open wide in sunshine, creating an eye-catching display that feels playful yet carefully composed.
Thriving in warm, sunny positions with free-draining soil, Sparaxis 'Harlequin Mix' is ideal for borders, gravel gardens and containers where its intricate details can be admired up close. Sparaxis 'Harlequin Mix' performs best when planted in generous groups, allowing the contrasting colours and patterns to mingle naturally. Despite their exotic appearance, these harlequin flower corms are straightforward to grow and rewarding for gardeners who enjoy plants with personality. As the days lengthen, Sparaxis 'Harlequin Mix' brings a lively, almost festive atmosphere to the garden, bridging the gap between spring freshness and early summer warmth with confidence and charm.
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Check whether your varieties prefer sun or shade, then choose a sheltered spot with well-drained soil. Most spring bulbs also grow well in containers.
Remove weeds and loosen compacted soil. Improve heavy ground with organic matter and horticultural grit. For containers, use peat-free multipurpose compost and ensure good drainage.
Plant at the depth recommended for each variety, as their requirements differ. Position shoots or pointed ends upwards. If the correct direction is unclear, plant them on their sides.
Follow the recommended spacing for each variety. Planting in clusters or informal drifts creates a natural display, but avoid placing them directly against one another.
Water after planting if the soil is dry. Keep containers lightly moist but never waterlogged. After flowering, allow foliage to yellow naturally before removing it.
- Botanical name
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Sparaxis 'Harlequin Mix'
Sparaxis tricolor - Flower colour
- Red, orange, pink, white, peach, coral
- Bulb size
- 5/+
- Established height
- 20-30cm
- Established spread
- 10-20cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
- Upright
- Hardiness
- Tender
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- No
- Plant spacing
- 100 bulbs per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- No
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- No
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
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Free draining
Dry - Soil type
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Loam
Multipurpose compost
Loam-based compost - Suitable for
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Large containers
Pots
Borders
Gravel gardens
Cottage gardens
Cut flower gardens - Sunlight
- Full sun
- Toxicity
- No report
- Years to establish
- 1st year
Good for cutting
Perfect for pots
Pollinator-friendly
Thrives in full sun
RHS Recommended
Perennial
Drought tolerant
Needs winter protection
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