Tigerflower 'Lailasia'

Tigridia pavonia 'Lilacea'

Tiger Flower 'Lilacea' (Tigridia pavonia 'Lilacea') is a perennial plant with attractive flowers and is a popular garden plant due to its showy appearance.
 - Growth Characteristics:
- Growing Environment: It prefers sunny locations and thrives in well-drained soil.
- Size: It grows to approximately 30–60 cm in height, and its broad leaves have a slightly wavy shape.
- Flowers: It blooms in the summer; while a single flower blooms for only one day, new flowers continue to appear.
 - Propagation Method:
- It is primarily propagated via bulbs.
- Collect bulbs in the autumn, store them in a cool, dry place, and plant them in the spring.
 - Cultivation Method:
- Planting Time: Spring is the appropriate time for planting.
- Soil Preparation: It prefers well-drained soil; mix in sand if necessary.
- Watering: It does not require much water, but care must be taken to avoid overwatering. - Fertilizer: It is recommended to supplement with slow-release fertilizer during the growing season.
 - Use in the Garden:
- It is excellent for use as a centerpiece, and it looks even more beautiful when arranged in harmony with other plants.
- Since it grows well in flowerbeds or pots, it can be utilized in various locations.
 - Major Pests and Diseases & Control Methods:
- Diseases: Caution is required as root rot may occur due to overwatering.
- Pests: It may be damaged by spider mites or aphids.
- Control Methods: Regular observation is necessary to detect and control pests in their early stages, and appropriate insecticides are used if necessary. Using natural insecticides is also an option.

Tiger Flower 'Lilacia' is an attractive plant that allows you to easily enjoy its colorful blossoms with just basic care. It would be a suitable choice if you want to decorate your garden with more variety.

Plant Family	Iris family
Height	30~60cm
Colors	pink
Bloom Period	July~August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-5°C

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