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Tritonia crocata [white-flowered]

Also Known As

  • Tritonia crocata 'White'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Tritonia crocata [white-flowered] plant details

Tritonia crocata [white-flowered] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tritonia crocata [white-flowered]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tritonia crocata [white-flowered]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A great bulb for naturalizing. Native to South Africa, this variety has been specially selected for the less common white flowers. Blooming in Spring with many blooms per flower spike, plant will grow to be about 1’ x 1’. Does fine with no summer water. Flowers are great cut & enjoyed in a vase.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Tritonia crocata [white-flowered] plant

How to Grow Tritonia crocata [white-flowered]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 15"-36"

  • sun
  • regular
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aka Tritonia duesta

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 10"-16"

Width: 12"

  • sun
  • regular - low
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aka Crocosmia securigera, Gladiolus flavus, Gladiolus securiger, Ixia flabellularis, Montbretia securigera

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-12"

Width: 6"-10"

  • sun
  • regular
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 24"

Width: 12"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular
  • dry when dormant
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Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 24"-36"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular
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