About
A cormous perennial, to 70cm tall, with narrow, strap-shaped basal leaves in spring, and loose umbels of star-shaped, purplish-blue flowers in early summer.
About the genus
Triteleia are cormous perennials with linear basal leaves and umbels of funnel-shaped flowers opening as the leaves die down
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeBulbs
HabitTufted
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants
Care notes
CultivationPlant 8cm deep in autumn in light, sandy, fertile soil. Will need protection from frosts and excessive winter wet
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by separating corms when dormant
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free