Overview
Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' is a tufted bulbs in the genus Triteleia, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0-0.1 metre wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, conservatory and greenhouse, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.
About
Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' is a deciduous, tufted herbaceous perennial bulb belonging to the Asparagaceae family. It typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 metre with a very narrow spread of up to 0.1 metre, reaching full height within 2 to 5 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun and suits south- or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels, including acid, alkaline, and neutral. 'Koningin Fabiola' is of interest through spring, summer, and winter seasons.
About the genus
Triteleia is a genus of monocotyledon flowering plants also known as triplet lilies. The 16 species are native to western North America, from British Columbia south to California and east to Wyoming and Arizona, with one species in northwestern Mexico. However, they are most common in California.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Triteleia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0-0.1 metre
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Conservatory and greenhouse, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola'?
Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' need?
Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' grow?
Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0-0.1 metre. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' hardy in the UK?
Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Triteleia laxa 'Koningin Fabiola'?
Seed, Division.
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