Lachenalia ensifolia subsp. ensifolia

Under glass, grow in loam-based compost in full light. Water moderately as growth starts, then freely, applying a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2 weeks. Reduce watering as the leaves fade, then keep dry until fresh growth starts

No pruning required

Propagate by sowing seed at 13-18°C as soon as ripe, or remove bulblets in summer or autumn

Generally pest-free

Generally disease-free