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Triantha glutinosa

Also Known As

  • Tofielda glutinosa
  • Tofieldia glutinosa
  • Western False Asphodel

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-20"
  • W: 6"-20"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Triantha glutinosa plant details

Triantha glutinosa is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - high water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rich and rocky soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Triantha glutinosa

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: tofieldiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 20 IN - wide, 6 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: rain garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Triantha glutinosa

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - high
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rich and rocky

Gardening facts about Triantha glutinosa plant

How to Grow Triantha glutinosa

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - high
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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