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Triteleia laxa 'White Sweep'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Triteleia laxa 'White Sweep' plant details

Triteleia laxa 'White Sweep' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Triteleia laxa 'White Sweep'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, edging plant, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Triteleia laxa 'White Sweep'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'White Sweep' has pristine white upward-facing bells in loose clusters late spring and early summer. This is a Western U.S. native, about 1 foot tall. Likes winter moist and summer dry. Minimum temperature: -20 °F

Gardening facts about Triteleia laxa 'White Sweep' plant

How to Grow Triteleia laxa 'White Sweep'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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