Triteleia Angel Stars - bulbs

Triteleia 'Angel Stars'

DESCRIPTION: Hardy spring flowering bulb plant native to California. Star-shaped pure white flowers with tiny dark centres.
USE IN: Plant as a flowering border below deciduous trees or group closely in pots for bright spring flowering colour.
PLANTING: Triteleia thrive in sunshine and light, sandy, free draining soil. Prepare clay soil using a clay-breaker and add well composted manure or mulch to help with drainage. Add grit or gravel to your planting holes if your soil is heavy, or plant up into containers. Cover soil with a good layer of mulch to help regulate soil temperature and protect from frost.
CARE: Once planted, water the soil to set the bulb in place. An occasional light watering is all that's needed until the first flowers appear; they don't like being too wet in winter. Water and feed weekly or if the soil becomes dry, give a good deep water. Tolerates dry periods once established. Once flowering is finished leave plants to die back, it's not the prettiest sight but don't be tempted to trim the yellowing foliage. The nutrients are being drawn back into the bulbs for next year. When the bulbs die back completely remove spent foliage and leave in place for next season. Or remove for storage - gently dig up bulbs, wash soil away using water and a soft brush for stubborn spots. Place bulbs in a cool shady spot to dry, then store in a dark, well ventilated room. Paper bags are ideal, remember to label each variety!
CLIMATE: Frost free

Pack of 12 bulbs.