Triteleia Aquarius

£8.99

617480

Pack Size: 15 Bulbs

15 Bulbs

Product variants

Out of stock

Share:

Share

Free Next Day Delivery (Delivery Rules Apply)

4.8 Star Rating & Trusted by Over a Million Gardeners

Get in contact if you have any questions

Product Description

Triteleia Aquarius

Triteleia 'Aquarius' (Triteleia laxa 'Aquarius') is a charming summer-flowering bulb producing clusters of star-shaped, violet-blue blooms atop slender stems. These airy, delicate flowers create a graceful effect in borders, wildflower plantings, or rock gardens. Drought-tolerant and ideal for sunny spots, it also performs well as a cut flower.
Planting Instructions:
When to plant: Autumn (September–November)Where to plant: Full sun in well-drained soilHow to plant: Plant bulbs 5–8cm deep and 8–10cm apartAftercare: Water sparingly once established. Lift and store bulbs in colder areas if necessary.
Pack contains: 15 bulbs, bulb size 5/+
CAUTION: Ornamental bulbs are not edible and can be a skin irritant.

Specs & Details

Established height: 40-60cm
Established spread: 5-10cm
Plant spacing: 100 bulbs per m²
Flower colour: Blue, Purple
Life cycle: Perennial
Habit: Upright

Features

Perfect for Pots
Perennial (Regrows)
Thrives Full Sun
Full Hardy

Plant Calendar

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Plant

Harvest

FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

Can I plant Triteleia bulbs now in the UK?

The safest time to plant Triteleia outdoors is in spring, once the risk of hard frost has passed. In mild, sheltered gardens with very well-drained soil, they can also be planted in autumn with winter protection.

Where and how deep should I plant Triteleia bulbs?

Plant Triteleia around 8 to 10cm deep in a warm, sunny position with free-draining soil. They are ideal for borders, gravel gardens and pots, but can struggle in heavy ground that remains wet in winter.

Why are the leaves on my Triteleia dying before the flowers open?

This is normal. Triteleia produces its flower stems as the leaves begin to fade, so the foliage may look untidy just as the flowers are opening. Allow the leaves to die back naturally so the bulbs can store energy for the following year.

Can I grow Triteleia bulbs in pots?

Yes. Triteleia grows well in pots filled with free-draining compost. Container growing is particularly useful in colder areas, as pots can be moved to a sheltered, frost-free place during severe winter weather.

Will Triteleia bulbs come back every year?

Triteleia can return each year in a mild garden with well-drained soil, but hard frost and winter waterlogging can damage the bulbs. Protect plants with a mulch in colder areas, or lift and overwinter pots under cover.