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Triteleia 'Corrina'

triplet lily 'Corrina'

'Corrina' is a cormous perennial, to 70cm tall, with narrow, strap-shaped basal leaves in spring, and loose umbels of star-shaped, purplish-blue flowers in early summer

Synonyms
Triteleia laxa 'Corrina'
Brodiaea 'Corrina'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0–0.1 metre
Growing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Blue Purple
Autumn
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

West–facing or South–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Botanical details
Family
Asparagaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Tufted
Genus

Triteleia are cormous perennials with linear basal leaves and umbels of funnel-shaped flowers opening as the leaves die down

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Plant 8cm deep in autumn in light, sandy, fertile soil. Will need protection from frosts and excessive winter wet

Propagation

Propagate by separating corms when dormant

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Cut flowers
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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