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Beginner
skill rating |
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0.15m
max. spread |
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1m
max. height |
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1-2 years
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Tigridia pavonia
Other names: Peacock flower , Tiger flower
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Genus: Tigridia
Species: T. pavonia - T. pavonia is a tender, bulbous perennial with long, thin leaves arranged in a basal fan. In summer it has brilliant coloured flowers of red, pink, orange, yellow and white.
Tigridia pavonia is: Deciduous
Flower: Pink, Orange, Magenta, Yellow, White, Red in Summer
Foliage: Green in Summer
Habit: Clump-forming, Erect
Tigridia pavonia (Tiger flower) will reach a height of 1m and a spread of 0.15m after 1-2 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, City, Containers, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging
Cultivation: Plant deep in a sheltered spot in fertile, well-drained soil. Protect from excessive wet. Lift in autumn and store in a frost free area.
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Chalky, Loamy, Sandy |
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| Soil drainage: |
Well-drained |
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| Soil pH: |
Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Tender in frost (H3) |
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