Description

Tigridia Pavonia Pink is one of those products that stops customers in their tracks because the flowers look almost painted. Each bloom has bold markings and a distinctive central pattern that gives it an exotic, collector style appeal. The flowers are short lived individually, but the plant produces a succession of blooms over the flowering period, so a clump will keep presenting new flowers for weeks.

This is a strong line for customers who like unusual summer bulbs and want something different to the standard bedding look. The blooms open best on bright sunny days, making tigridia ideal for a south facing border, a warm courtyard, raised beds or large patio containers where warmth builds up. The narrow, pleated foliage adds a neat, grassy texture that blends well with other sun lovers and does not swamp neighbouring plants.

Plant the bulbs in late spring once soil temperatures rise and the risk of frost is low. Choose full sun and very free draining soil, improving with grit in heavier Irish ground. Water after planting, then keep moisture steady while growth develops, but avoid waterlogging. In pots, use a free draining compost and keep containers in the warmest position available. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally. In colder or wetter locations, lift and store bulbs dry and frost free for winter.