Overview
Tigridia pavonia 'Alba Grandiflora' is a columnar upright conservatory greenhouse in the genus Tigridia, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tigridia pavonia 'Alba Grandiflora' 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 'Alba Grandiflora' is a bulbous perennial cultivar belonging to the genus Tigridia, which includes 60 species native to Central America and Peru. This cultivar features a columnar upright habit with deciduous, narrow, sword-like leaves. It thrives in well-drained loam or sandy soils with full sun exposure, ideally in sheltered, south- or west-facing positions. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, patios, and city gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H1c and flowers in spring, summer, and autumn. Propagation is by seed or offsets.
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 Grandiflora' 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 Grandiflora'
- 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 Grandiflora'?
Tigridia pavonia 'Alba Grandiflora' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Tigridia pavonia 'Alba Grandiflora' need?
Tigridia pavonia 'Alba Grandiflora' 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 Grandiflora' hardy in the UK?
Tigridia pavonia 'Alba Grandiflora' 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 Grandiflora'?
Seed, Offsets.
More in the Tigridia genus
- Tigridia pavonia 'Alba'
- Tigridia pavonia from Mexico
- Tigridia douglasii
- Tigridia pavonia yellow-flowered