Tigridia, Jockey's Cap Lily, Mexican Shellflower, Peacock Flower, Tiger Iris 'Speciosa'

Color: Yellow Red
Sun vs Shade: Full Sun
Soil Moisture: Average Dry
Zones: 8 9 10
Exotic and beautiful, e...Read Moreach flower only lasts one day but they continue to produce flowers for several weeks in late summer. Each vivid flower has three large, solid colored petals which form a triangle while the three smaller, spotted petals form a center, triangular cup, usually darker in color. Its 12"-18" sword-like leaves are upright and its festive flowers bloom on 18"-24" stems. These South American natives prefer full sun, well-drained soil and thrive in heat and drought. Popular for Victorian Era Gardens. 8-10 cm bulbs; 5-7 per sq. ft.; zones 8-10.