Graceful spikes of star-shaped mauve to purple flowers rise above slender, grass-like foliage in spring, filling the air with a subtle chocolate fragrance. Chocolate Lily is an attractive Australian native wildflower that is well suited to borders, native gardens and naturalistic plantings, thriving in well-drained soils while attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators.

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Sow in in warm areas at any time.
Depth: It is beneficial to add wildflower seed starter granules to soil surface.
Germination: Seedlings emerge 2-5 weeks.
Transplanting: Transplant when plants about 7cm (3") high, spacing plants 15cm (6") apart.
Growing notes: In colder climates wait until the danger of frost is over. Fill pots or seed trays with a moist quality seed raising mix. Place 7-10cm (3-4") of dry leaves on the soil and set alight. Remove burnt debris and lightly scuff the surface of the soil, then sow the seeds on top and firm down lightly. Water, and then keep evenly moist. Cover the pots or trays with clear polythene to preserve moisture and warmth. Remove when germination starts. Place in a warm shaded position to germinate fully. Grow in full sun or part shade and in any well-drained soil. Water in well and then regularly until established.

Growing Needs

Position: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained soil
Water: Water, and then keep evenly moist
Temperature: In colder climates wait until the danger of frost is over

Plant Characteristics

Plant type: Australian native wildflower
Flowers: Graceful spikes of star-shaped mauve to purple flowers rise above slender, grass-like foliage in spring, filling the air with a subtle chocolate fragrance
Uses: Chocolate Lily is an attractive Australian native wildflower that is well suited to borders, native gardens and naturalistic plantings, thriving in well-drained soils while attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators