Tigridia pavonia 'Speciosa' Corms
Tigridia pavonia 'Speciosa' Corms
Tigridia pavonia 'Speciosa' produces large scarlet flowers, up to 15cm in diameter, with a yellow-red spotted throat. The blooms appear on sturdy stems and create a striking display in sunny garden borders.
Also known as the Mexican shell flower or peacock tiger flower, this clump-forming plant reaches up to 45cm in height with a spread of 15cm. It performs best in sunny, well-drained soil.
Do you want vibrant summer flowers with unusual markings? Tigridia pavonia 'Speciosa' offers bold colour and exotic charm with relatively simple care.
Key Features
- Botanical name: Tigridia pavonia 'Speciosa'
- Common names: Peacock tiger flower 'Speciosa', Mexican shell flower
- Plant type: Bulbous perennial
- Flower colour: Scarlet with yellow-red spotted throat
- Flower diameter: 15cm
- Flowering period: Summer
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Height: Up to 45cm
- Spread: Up to 15cm
Benefits for UK Wildlife
- Flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
- Dense foliage provides shelter for small insects.
- Bright summer blooms extend nectar sources in wildlife-friendly borders.
Planting Tips
- Plant bulbs 6cm deep and 9–15cm apart in spring.
- Choose a sunny, sheltered position with well-draining soil.
- Water lightly until growth appears, then maintain moderate moisture.
- Fertilise occasionally during the growing season to encourage blooms.
- Lift bulbs in colder regions after the foliage dies back, or provide frost protection.
Grow Tigridia pavonia 'Speciosa' in sunny borders or containers for a vivid summer display. Its scarlet flowers with spotted throats make it a standout plant in any garden.