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Triteleia
Triteleia, the genus most gardeners know as triplet lily. We track 3 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 3 most-saved Triteleia varieties
Species of Triteleia
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Triteleia in Sow
Save the Triteleia you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
How to grow Triteleia
Whats common across all Triteleia varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 3 most-grown of them.
The Triteleia year
- PlantSeptember–November100% of varieties
Plant corms 3-4 inches deep in fall for spring bloom
- DeadheadMay and June67% of varieties
Remove spent flowers, but leave foliage to yellow and feed the bulb
- FertilizeFebruary and March67% of varieties
Apply bulb fertilizer as new shoots emerge in early spring
Do
- Water consistently during active growth 🌱
- Apply fertilizer in spring and summer
- Mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Water during dry spells 🌱
- Mulch annually to retain soil moisture
Avoid
- Overwater leading to bulb rot ❌
- Planting too deep or too shallow
- Neglecting to divide overgrown clumps
- Avoid overwatering to prevent bulb rot ❌
What goes wrong with Triteleia
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Apply insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Bulb rot | Soft, decayed corms | Ensure well-draining soil and avoid overwatering |
| Generally pest-free | No significant insect damage is typical | Monitor only; no routine treatment needed |
| Fungal rot | Dark, mushy corms | Use fungicide and improve soil drainage |
| Gray mold | Grey fuzzy growth on flowers and leaves | Ensure good air circulation and remove affected parts |
| Corm rot | Corms fail to emerge and are soft or mouldy when lifted | Improve drainage and keep the site dry over summer; store lifted corms at 70-77F |
Making more Triteleia
Corm division
- Dig up mature clumps in early spring or fall.
- Separate healthy corms with clean sharp tools.
- Plant divisions 4 inches deep in well-prepared soil.
- Water thoroughly after planting.
- Allow 6 weeks for establishment.
Bulb division
- Dig up mature clumps in early spring.
- Gently separate bulbs with a sharp knife.
- Plant divisions 4 inches deep in prepared soil.
- Water thoroughly after planting.
- Allow 6 weeks for roots to establish.
Triteleia questions
How many types of Triteleia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 3 distinct Triteleia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 22 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Triteleia grow in?
Across its varieties, Triteleia covers USDA Zones 5–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Triteleia bloom?
Most Triteleia varieties bloom in late spring, late spring to early summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Triteleia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.