Overview
Lachenalia trichophylla is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Lachenalia, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lachenalia trichophylla grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, rock garden and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Lachenalia trichophylla is a bulbous perennial from the Asparagaceae family, known for its clump-forming habit and deciduous foliage. This cultivar thrives in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels and prefers full sun in sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects. It produces upright stems with racemes or spikes of tubular flowers in spring, characteristic of the Lachenalia genus. Suitable for patios, containers, rock gardens, and conservatories, it requires cultivation in a conservatory or greenhouse in the UK due to its H2 hardiness rating.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lachenalia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Lachenalia trichophylla size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lachenalia trichophylla
- Propagation
- Seed, Bulblets
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lachenalia trichophylla?
Lachenalia trichophylla prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lachenalia trichophylla need?
Lachenalia trichophylla grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lachenalia trichophylla hardy in the UK?
Lachenalia trichophylla has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Lachenalia trichophylla?
Seed, Bulblets.
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