Overview
Tigridia pavonia 'Alba' is a columnar upright conservatory greenhouse in the genus Tigridia, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tigridia pavonia 'Alba' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants and mediterranean climate plants.
About
Tigridia pavonia is a species of flowering plant in the iris family Iridaceae. Common names include jockey's cap lily, Mexican shellflower, peacock flower, jaguar flower, tiger iris, and tiger flower.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tigridia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Tigridia pavonia 'Alba' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Bulbs
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tigridia pavonia 'Alba'
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Prone to viruses
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tigridia pavonia 'Alba'?
Tigridia pavonia 'Alba' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tigridia pavonia 'Alba' need?
Tigridia pavonia 'Alba' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Tigridia pavonia 'Alba' hardy in the UK?
Tigridia pavonia 'Alba' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Tigridia pavonia 'Alba'?
Seed, Offsets.
More in the Tigridia genus
- Tigridia pavonia 'Alba Grandiflora'
- Tigridia pavonia from Mexico
- Tigridia douglasii
- Tigridia pavonia yellow-flowered