High Country Gardens
Tigridia pavonia 'Red'
The Tigridia pavonia 'Red', or Red Tiger Flower, is a vibrant Mexican wildflower bulb that graces the garden with spectacular, three-petaled bright red blooms in late summer. Its grass-like foliage provides an attractive backdrop. Thriving in full sun and heat, this easy-to-grow perennial is also deer and rabbit resistant, making it a resilient choice. It tolerates dry sites once established and is suitable for container planting, offering versatility for various garden settings. Perennial in zones 8-10, it can be enjoyed as an annual in cooler climates.
$14.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1960
/ 3183
#1960 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-36%
Below average
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
/ Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Who it's for
- High-Impact Visual Drama
- Effortless Summer Color
- Unique Pollinator Magnet
Who should skip it
- Ephemeral Bloom Cycle
- Requires Winter Lifting
- Demands Excellent Drainage
Key Specs
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Flower Bulb Size
9 cm
Planting Depth
2-3 inches deep (approx. 5.08-7.62 cm)
Mature Height
12-18 inches tall (approx. 30.48-45.72 cm)
Spacing
9 bulbs per sq. ft.
Hardiness Zones
8-10
Water Tolerance
Low-Water
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Features
- Spectacular bright red flowers
- Blooms in late summer
- Easy to grow
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Tolerates dry sites
- Suitable for containers
- Excellent cut flowers
- Thrives in sun and heat
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and viability of the Tigridia bulbs received from High Country Gardens. Reviewers frequently note the reliable performance, with the plants establishing quickly and producing the striking red blooms exactly as advertised. While these unique bulbs require specific planting care, the resulting dramatic flowers offer tremendous visual impact, confirming the strong value proposition despite the specialized nature of the plant.
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