Triteleia laxa 'Corrina' Corms
Triteleia laxa 'Corrina' Corms
Triteleia laxa 'Corrina' is a graceful bulbous perennial grown for its clusters of star-shaped blue-purple flowers. The blooms appear on slender stems in early summer and bring light structure to sunny borders.
The neat clumps of narrow foliage and airy flower stems make this plant suitable for borders, containers, and cut flower displays.
- Height: 40–50cm
- Spread: 15–25cm
- Flower colour: blue to violet-purple
- Flowering time: late spring to early summer
- Position: full sun
- Soil: well-drained soil
About Triteleia laxa 'Corrina'
Triteleia laxa 'Corrina' grows from small corms and forms clumps of slender, strap-like leaves.
From late spring, upright stems appear carrying loose clusters of star-shaped flowers. The blooms open gradually, extending the flowering period and creating a delicate display above the foliage.
The flowers are well-suited to cutting and hold well in floral arrangements.
Plants gradually form larger clumps over time when left undisturbed.
Common names for Triteleia include:
- Ithuriel’s spear
- Triplet lily
Benefits for UK Wildlife
Triteleia laxa 'Corrina' supports pollinating insects.
- Flowers attract bees and other pollinators
- Provides nectar in late spring and early summer
- Works well in wildlife-friendly borders
Plant in groups to create a stronger nectar source for visiting insects.
Where to Grow Triteleia 'Corrina'
- Sunny garden borders
- Mixed perennial beds
- Gravel gardens
- Patio containers
- Cottage garden planting
The delicate flower stems weave easily among other perennials without crowding them.
Planting Tips
- Plant corms in autumn or spring.
- Choose a sunny location.
- Plant corms about 5–8cm deep.
- Space corms roughly 10–15cm apart.
- Use well-drained soil.
- Water during dry periods while plants establish.
Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering so the corms can store energy for the following season.
Why Grow Triteleia laxa 'Corrina'
- Elegant blue-purple star-shaped flowers
- Neat clumps of narrow foliage
- Attractive to bees and pollinating insects
- Excellent for cut flowers
- Suitable for borders, containers, and gravel gardens
If you want a light and graceful early summer flower, Triteleia laxa 'Corrina' provides delicate colour and structure in sunny garden spaces.