Mexican Shellflower Tigridia Mixed

Ideal for GARDEN and CONTAINER PLANTING

Tigridia is a thing of exotic beauty! Each one lasts for only a day, but a succession appears over several weeks at the end of summer. The upright leaves are pleated and each stem bears several blooms. For earlier blooms you can start them in compost-filled pots in spring and then plant out in June.

  • Planting Location: Sun-Semi Shade
  • Planting: January-May after Frost
  • Planting Depth: 3 inch (7.5 cm)
  • Planting Distance: 4 inch (10 cm)
  • Flowers In: July-September
  • Flowering Height: Approx. 18 inch (45 cm)

How to Grow

Easy to Grow:

1. Select an area with full sun
2. Dig a hole 3 inches (7,5 cm) deep
3. Place the bulb in the hole, with pointed side up
4. Space bulbs 4 inches (10 cm) apart
5. Cover with soil and water thoroughly


Planting Tips:

Plant in groups of 15 or more, in well-drained soil. Bulbs will benefit from a handful of compost added to the planting holes. 

Search code: TG695


Collections: Novelty, Summer Bulbs