Photo of Tritonia crocata flower by J.G. in SF

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Tritonia crocata

Also Known As

  • Tritonia frenestrata
  • Tritonia hyalina
  • Flame Freesia
  • Flaming Freesia
  • Montbretia

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 15"-36"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Tritonia crocata plant details

Tritonia crocata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer orange and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tritonia crocata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tritonia crocata

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Tritonia crocata plant

How to Grow Tritonia crocata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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