Also known as Harlequin Flower · 1 gardener saves
Sparaxis: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Sparaxis, the genus most gardeners know as harlequin flower. We track 1 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 1 most-saved Sparaxis varieties
Of 1 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
Sparaxis questions
How many types of Sparaxis are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Sparaxis varieties. The most popular — ranked by 1 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Sparaxis grow in?
Across its varieties, Sparaxis covers USDA Zones 9–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Sparaxis bloom?
Most Sparaxis varieties bloom in early spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Sparaxis should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Sparaxis shows up in
By hardiness zone
Design with Sparaxis in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
