More about the plant below:
Trytoma (Kniphofia)
category : perennials
position : sun
height : up to 1.2 m
frost resistance : up to -20 ° C
reaction soil : neutral, slightly acidic
preferences soil : fertile, well-drained, humus-sandy
watering : medium
color leaves/needles : green
color of flowers : orange, yellow, greenish
shape : raised, tufted
period flowering : June-September
seed : early spring
reproduction:division of clumps, sowing
persistence leaves : seasonal
application : flower beds, balconies, cut flowers, terraces
pace of growth : fast
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Tritome flowers are reminiscent of torches, both because of their shape and color.The presence of this African beauty is always an interesting addition to the garden planting, as it gives it a more exotic character.Tritoma is very successful in combination with tall grass, e.g.pampas grass, and perennials, e.g. bearded irises and mullein. Also suitable for cut flowers.
Tritome growth form
Tritoma blooms from July to October and reaches a height of 100 to 120 cm. The tritome Kniphofia galpinii achieves much smaller heights, on the order of 60-70 cm. The flowering of this species begins in August and lasts until October.
Hybrid varieties reach heights ranging from 60 to 150 cm and bloom from June to September, producing flowers in shades of yellow, orange and red.Many varieties have two-color flowers, with the lighter the lower part of the inflorescence is usually.
Varieties with white or greenish flowers are often less resistant to cold and have a shorter lifespan than, for example, popular garden varieties such as 'Royal Standerd', 'Safranvogel' and 'Grandiflora'.
Tritome stand
Tritoma prefers a sunny position in fertile, moderately moist to moist soil.
Trytoma - care
Plant the tritome in the spring, feeding it with a moderate amount of fertilizer, otherwise the perennials will become susceptible to diseases and pestsAfter the season, we tie the grassy leaves of the tritome into a sheaf so that the heart of the plant is protected against winter. exposure to frost and moisture.
The roots should also be protected against moisture, therefore dry leaves should be scattered around the root ball.The simplest technique for reproducing tritome is splitting the roots.
