Tacca Nivea, commonly known as the Bat Flower, produces striking, exotic blooms resembling the wings of a bat. This heirloom variety is low-maintenance and perfect for home gardeners seeking unique, long-lasting flowers to enhance indoor or outdoor garden spaces. Its dramatic, dark blooms attract attention and add a distinctive focal point to any collection.
Features:
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Tacca Nivea Bat Flower variety
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Produces unique, bat-shaped blooms
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Low-maintenance and easy to grow
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Ideal for indoor pots, shaded garden beds, and exotic garden displays
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Adds a dramatic, eye-catching element to your garden
Specifications:
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Plant Type: Perennial flowering plant
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Height: 18–24 inches
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Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
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Light Requirements: Partial to full shade
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Soil Preference: Well-draining, rich soil
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Zones: USDA hardiness zones 9–11
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Planting Season: Spring after last frost
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Indoor Sowing: Sow seeds in small pots with well-draining soil 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Lightly press seeds into the soil and maintain consistent moisture. Germination typically occurs within 21–28 days.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors or to larger containers after frost risk has passed. Space plants 12–18 inches apart for optimal growth.
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Care Tips: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Provide partial to full shade. Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
