Overview
Lloydia delicatula is a tufted bulbs in the genus Lloydia, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lloydia delicatula grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include rock garden.
About
Lloydia delicatula is a bulbous plant belonging to the genus Lloydia in the Liliaceae family. It forms a tufted habit with deciduous foliage and thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with neutral to alkaline pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for rock gardens and is best planted in well-drained soil with watering during establishment. Interest in this plant is primarily during spring and summer, and it can be propagated by bulbs or seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lloydia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Lloydia delicatula size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lloydia delicatula
- Propagation
- Bulb propagation, seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lloydia delicatula?
Lloydia delicatula prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lloydia delicatula need?
Lloydia delicatula grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Lloydia delicatula hardy in the UK?
Lloydia delicatula has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Lloydia delicatula?
Bulb propagation, seed.