Overview

Thelionema grande is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Thelionema, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thelionema grande grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, borders and containers.

About

Thelionema grande is a clump-forming evergreen cultivar within the genus Thelionema, belonging to the Asphodelaceae family. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for rock gardens, borders, and containers. This cultivar is notable for its interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by division or seed.

About the genus

Thelionema is a small genus of tufted perennials in the family Asphodelaceae, subfamily Hemerocallidoideae. All three species, which were previously placed in the genus Stypandra, are native to Australia. These are:Thelionema caespitosum (R.Br.) R.J.F.Hend.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Thelionema

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Thelionema grande size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Clump-forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Rock gardens, borders, containers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Thelionema grande

Propagation

Division, seed

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions