Growing Triteleia: Early Summer Bulbs for Sun

Plant Profile

Triteleia produces umbels of star‑shaped blue, purple, or white flowers on 12–18 inch stems in early summer. Native to western North America.

Planting

Full sun. Plant 5 inches deep, 2 inches apart (15–20/sq ft). Excellent drainage critical, especially late summer/fall. In cold climates (<-10 °F), mulch heavily in fall.

Care

Water during growth. Allow foliage to die back naturally. No fertilizer needed. Divide crowded clumps after flowering.

Uses

Rock gardens, sunny borders, naturalized in meadows. Good cut flowers.