Blackberry Lily, also known as the Belamcanda chinensis, is from the Iris family and has clusters of black fruit that grow after flowering. The fruit resembles blackberries, and the flowers are shaped like stars with six petals each. They measure about 2 inches across. The lilies are pale orange or yellow on the "flabellata," and the petals are spotted. This is why they are sometimes often referred to as the Leopard Flower.
Using Blackberry Lily In Your Landscape
Blackberry Lily is a perennial generally grown for its unique blackberries, which form clusters when their seedpods slip open, usually in the fall. They are pretty fascinating and make excellent arrangements for your home. The plant has an orange flower color and chartreuse/gold foliage. It provides colorful fall foliage, blooms in the summer, and is a winter interest. It tolerates drought conditions, does quite well in containers, and is deficient in maintenance.
Where to Plant the Blackberry Lily
Blackberry Lily is grown from bulbs or tubers, and these bulbs can be planted at any time of the year as long as the ground is not frozen. Planting these gorgeous lilies in a sunny or lightly shaded area with well-draining soil for the best results is best. It's also best to keep the soil moist. The flowers of the plant last one day, but they are continually blooming during their bloom season. A dry cluster of black fruits will form after the blooms are gone. The blooms will close at night in a twisting form, and their foliage is similar to that of the Iris plant and can reach up to three feet tall.
Attributes Of The Blackberry Lily
Climate Zone: 5-10
Mature Height: From 1 to 8 Feet
Mature Width: 15-20 Inches Wide
Sunlight: Part Sun, Sun
Soil Conditions: Well-Draining Soil
Botanical Name: Belamcanda Chinensis
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