Lycoris elsiae Sakusui Tanacetum The bright red leaf stalks

The bright red leaf stalks of Acanthus mollis 'Wofford Rhubarb' are an additional ornamental asset

The 1' tall stalks are topped with three grey leaves

000' elevation on a north-facing slope with Hydrangea arborescens

This program will cover nutrient balance

moist soil is best since the plants will go dormant early during an extended drought

Lycoris elsiae Sakusui Tanacetum The bright red leaf stalksLycoris x elsiae 'Sakusui' is a well performing cross of Lycoris aurea and Lycoris radiata var. pumila, from the breeding work of Japan's famed Komoriya Nursery. For us, the stalks arise in very early September, topped soon after with clusters of orange flowers, darker petal centers and lighter edges.