{"product_id":"ixia-candy-mixed-pack-of-10-bulbs","title":"Ixia Candy Mixed (Pack of 10 Bulbs)","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13.0pt;\"\u003eIxia Candy Mixed (Pack of 10 Bulbs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Ixia hybrid)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eNOT to WA \u0026amp; TAS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBring a carnival of colour to your garden with Ixia Candy Mixed, a delightful collection of South African corn lilies that produce tall, graceful spikes topped with star-shaped blooms in vibrant candy shades. From late spring into early summer, these eye-catching flowers light up garden beds, borders and pots with a dazzling mix of white, orange, red, purple and yellow, each bloom accented by a striking dark centre. Easy to grow and wonderfully rewarding, Ixia Candy Mixed is the perfect choice for Australian gardeners looking to extend the flowering season beyond traditional spring bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach pack contains a colourful assortment of Ixia corms that will produce an array of star-shaped flowers on tall, arching stems. The blooms open in succession over several weeks, creating a long-lasting display that bridges the gap between spring-flowering bulbs and summer perennials. Also known as corn lilies or wand flowers, Ixia are members of the Iridaceae family and are closely related to irises and freesias. The fine, grass-like foliage adds a textural element to the garden, while the tall flower spikes, reaching 50 to 70 cm in height, make Ixia an outstanding choice for cut flower arrangements that can last up to two weeks in a vase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBulb count: 10 corms per pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlower colours: White, orange, red, purple and yellow with dark centres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003ePlant height: 50 to 70 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBloom time: October to December (late spring to early summer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eNaturalising: Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eSun requirements: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eSoil type: Well-drained soil enriched with compost or aged manure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFrost tolerance: Tolerates temperatures down to 0 degrees Celsius\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlant Ixia corms in autumn once the summer heat has passed and the soil has begun to cool. Choose a position in full sun with well-drained soil. Before planting, work some well-broken-down animal manure or compost through the soil to improve its structure and fertility. If your soil tends to hold water, sprinkle a layer of coarse sand beneath the corms before planting to improve drainage. Plant each corm approximately 5 cm deep with the pointed end facing upward, spacing them 5 to 10 cm apart. For the most striking visual impact, plant Ixia in clumps of three to five corms per hole rather than spacing them individually. Water in well after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eWatering and Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOnce new growth appears in spring, begin watering regularly to keep the soil lightly moist. Continue consistent watering through the flowering period. After flowering finishes and the foliage begins to yellow and die back, reduce watering and allow the corms to dry out during their summer dormancy. Ixia do not require heavy feeding, but applying a light dressing of complete fertiliser when buds first appear can encourage larger and more prolific blooms. A top-dress of compost or well-rotted manure in autumn before growth resumes will also benefit the corms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003ePruning Advice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAllow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering. The leaves gather sunlight and produce energy through photosynthesis, which strengthens the corms for the following season. Once the foliage has completely yellowed and withered, it can be gently removed. Deadhead spent flower stems to keep the planting tidy. Ixia corms can be left undisturbed in the ground for many years, happily naturalising and multiplying. If clumps become overcrowded after four to five years, lift the corms once the foliage has died back, divide them, and replant at the correct spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eClimate Zone Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCool and Alpine (ACT, VIC Highlands, NSW Tablelands): Ixia will grow in cool climates, provided they are planted in a sheltered, full-sun position with excellent drainage. Protect from heavy frost by applying a layer of mulch over the planting area in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTemperate (Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, coastal NSW): This is an ideal climate for Ixia. Corms will naturalise readily and return reliably year after year with minimal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSubtropical (Brisbane, coastal QLD): Ixia perform well in subtropical regions. Their South African heritage makes them well-suited to warm, dry conditions. Plant in a position with excellent drainage and allow corms to dry out during summer dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTropical and Arid (Darwin, Far North QLD, inland regions): Not recommended for tropical climates. In arid zones, Ixia may succeed if provided with some irrigation during the growing season and in a full-sun position.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51837470146872,"sku":"BULB-F-265","price":9.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/files\/ixia-candy-mixed-pack-of-10-bulbs-2907611.jpg?v=1772300407","url":"https:\/\/www.happyvalleyseeds.com.au\/products\/ixia-candy-mixed-pack-of-10-bulbs","provider":"Happy Valley Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}