Great Garden Plants Freckle Face Blackberry Lily
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking deer-resistant, year-round landscape interest.
This perennial is the ultimate low-maintenance showstopper, trading delicate, high-effort blooms for a rugged, architectural presence. Its speckled orange flowers and striking black seed pods provide a rare, multi-seasonal visual payoff that thrives even in neglected soil.
$17.99
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking distinct visual interest throughout multiple seasons
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, water-wise landscape additions
- Gardeners living in areas with high deer and rabbit populations
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting to avoid frequent maintenance or invasive spread
- People desiring long-lasting blooms on individual flower stalks
- Families with curious pets or small children prone to ingestion
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Longevity
Visual interest persists from spring foliage through winter seed pods.
Maintenance Ease
Drought-tolerant nature makes this a low-effort addition to any landscape.
Pest Resistance
Reliable deer resistance protects your garden investment from browsing animals.
Pollinator Appeal
Vibrant blooms act as a natural magnet for local butterfly populations.
Soil Adaptability
Thrives in various conditions, including soil types that challenge other perennials.
Visual Impact
Unique speckled petals provide a distinct, high-contrast focal point.
Key Specs
Botanical name
_Belamcanda chinensis_
Common name
Blackberry lily, leopard flower
Life cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
4 - 10
Sun exposure
Full Sun (> 6 hours)
Mature Height x Width
18-24" tall x 8-12" wide
Bloom Time
Late summer
Spacing Requirement
12 inches
Flower Color
Orange
Foliage Color
Green
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