About
A half hardy cormous perennial with erect, sword-shaped leaves and spikes of cup-shaped orange or orange-red flowers marked with yellow on the lower lobes 3-4cm across.
About the genus
Tritonia are cormous perennials with linear leaves in two ranks, and few-flowered spikes of cup-shaped to funnel-shaped flowers in spring or summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeBulbs
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height1 year
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
CultivationUnder glass, grow in peat-free, loam-based potting compost with added sharp sand, in full light. After flowering, water sparingly until foliage appears; in full growth, water freely. As leaves wither after flowering, gradually reduce water to ensure a warm, dry dormancy. Repot annually
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed or remove offsets when dormant
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free