Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Iridaceae

Genus:

Tigridia

Species:

Tigridia pavonia

USDA Symbol:

TIPA6

Growth Characteristics

Height:

60 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

red, orange, yellow, pink, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to regions with seasonal rainfall; avoid waterlogging

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Sow seeds in spring in warm conditions; bulbs are more commonly planted than seeds.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI