About
This cormous perennial to 50cm tall, forming a tuft of sword-shaped leaves. In spring, slender spikes of 5-15, funnel-shaped, cream or pale yellow flowers are produced.
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, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeBulbs
HabitTufted
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesBorders, containers, naturalising in grass.
Native toSouthern Africa
Care notes
CultivationUnder glass, plant 10cm deep in peat-free, loam-based potting compost with added sharp sand, in full light. As the leaves wither after flowering, reduce water gradually to ensure a warm, dry dormancy. When new growth appears increase watering; in full growth water freely. Repot annually
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown as soon as ripe, or by removing offsets while dormant
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free