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Intermediate
skill rating |
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0.1m
max. spread |
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0.5m
max. height |
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2-5 years
to maturity |
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2 hours care
per year |
Botanical name: Triteleia laxa
Other names: Grassnut, Triplet lily, Ithuriel's spear, Brodiaea laxa
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Genus: Triteleia
Species: T. laxa - T. laxa has linear leaves and stems bearing umbels of funnel-shaped, deep blue flowers.
Triteleia laxa is: Deciduous
Flower: Blue in Summer
Foliage: Green in Spring
Habit: Erect, Clump-forming
Triteleia laxa (Grassnut) will reach a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.1m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: City, Flower Arranging, Mediterranean, Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal
Cultivation: Plant 8cm deep in light, sandy, fertile soil. Slightly tender and will need protection from frosts and excessive winter wet.
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Loamy, Sandy |
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| Soil drainage: |
Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4), Tender in frost (H3) |
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