Ixia Rose Emperor Bulbs | Pink African Corn Lily Corms for Spring Planting

About This Plant

Ixia Rose Emperor, also known as the African Corn Lily or Wand Flower, is a cormous perennial from South Africa. It produces rosy-pink, star-shaped blooms with a darker center on airy, upright stems. Foliage is narrow, grass-like green leaves. Mature height is 18–24 inches with bloom season from late spring to mid-summer. Requires full sun and well-drained soil; flowers are long-lasting and attractive to butterflies and pollinators.

What You Will Receive

5 Ixia Rose Emperor bulbs (corms) for spring planting. The description indicates these are corms intended to grow into flowering plants in sunny locations. No additional sizing or potting details are provided.

Planting Information

• Plant corms in spring after frost danger passes
• Plant 4–6 inches deep and 4–6 inches apart
• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil
• Water regularly during active growth; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
• Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming
• Lift and store corms in colder climates below Zone 8

Perfect Garden Uses

• Pollinator gardens
• Cottage gardens
• Borders, container gardens, and cut flower arrangements
• Rock and mass plantings; suitable for Mediterranean-style landscapes