Ixia is a genus of short-lived perennials that gives us a number of ornamental plants referred to as ‘African Corn Lilies’. They grow from corms (sometimes called bulbs) and might be grown as annuals in the UK or given a protected site in winter to make it through to subsequent years. Ixias are South African … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If you need a colorful addition to a flower bed that gets hot afternoon sun, you might want to try growing Ixia bulbs. Pronounced Ik-see-uh, the plants are commonly called wand flowers, cornflowers, or African corn lily … Read more
The vibrant colors and delicate blooms of the African corn lily (Ixia) add beauty to any garden. However, these flowers also attract unwelcome guests – ants! Ants crawling on the petals and stems can be annoying and may lead to pest problems. If ants on your African corn lilies are an issue, there are several … Read more
Houseplants offer an organic appeal and bring a pop of color to otherwise neutral design schemes. But placing greenery throughout your home might go beyond enhancing the aesthetic. We know plants and trees supply the earth with oxygen, which helps us breathe. While experts arent totally aligned on the issue, an oft-cited NASA clean air … Read more
The vibrant colors and delicate blooms of the African corn lily (Ixia) make it a favorite flower for gardens, floral arrangements, and bouquets However, like all flowers, proper care and cleaning are essential for these beauties to look their best for as long as possible. As a proud grower of African corn lilies I’ve picked … Read more
Ixia is a genus of short-lived perennials that gives us a number of ornamental plants referred to as ‘African Corn Lilies’. They grow from corms (sometimes called bulbs) and might be grown as annuals in the UK or given a protected site in winter to make it through to subsequent years. Ixias are South African … Read more
Ixia is a genus of short-lived perennials that gives us a number of ornamental plants referred to as ‘African Corn Lilies’. They grow from corms (sometimes called bulbs) and might be grown as annuals in the UK or given a protected site in winter to make it through to subsequent years. Ixias are South African … Read more
I have plants in every room of the house and plenty outdoors too. My collection ranges from thumb-size succulents to a dracaena taller than I am. I’m on and off my two balconies a lot to water and fuss over them. So the first few times I swatted a little fly getting up in my … Read more
As a gardener, I know how frustrating it can be to see slugs munching away on the leaves and flowers of beautiful plants like the African corn lily. These slimy pests can do a lot of damage overnight, leaving behind their telltale slime trails and holes in foliage If you’ve noticed slugs snacking on your … Read more
Ixia (Ixia spp.) is a beautiful spring-flowering plant belonging to the iris family, boasting star-shaped flowers in a range of colours including pink, red, white, blue and purple. It’s native to South Africa, where it grows in the wild on rocky hillsides and in grasslands. A perennial plant, ixia flowers come back year after year. … Read more