High Country Gardens
Tiger Flower Mix (Tigridia)
Best exotic bulb for gardeners seeking vibrant, low-maintenance summer color.
Bring exotic, eye-popping color to your garden with the Tiger Flower Mix (Tigridia). Native to Mexico and Guatemala, these bulbs produce dramatic 3-6 inch wide flowers with unique tiger-patterned centers. Growing 12-18 inches tall, they offer a continuous display of blooms throughout mid-to-late summer, even though individual flowers last only one day. The pleated foliage adds textural interest. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, they are hardy in zones 8-10 and are often planted as annuals in cooler climates. Perfect for borders or containers, these easy-to-grow flowers are a vibrant addition to any landscape.
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Category Rank
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#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-39%
Below average
Mature Height
1218
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, tropical aesthetics for their borders
- Beginners wanting quick, reliable results from simple planting
- Landscapers desiring a vibrant, multi-colored summer display
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting long-lasting individual blooms for their arrangements
- Low-maintenance gardeners living in colder climates
- Owners of shady gardens or heavy clay soil
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Dramatic patterns and vibrant colors create an undeniable focal point.
Maintenance Ease
Simple planting requirements make these accessible for gardeners of all levels.
Pest Resistance
Natural deterrents keep deer and rabbits from snacking on your display.
Bloom Longevity
Individual flowers are fleeting, though the plant provides continuous seasonal succession.
Versatility
Compact size works perfectly in both garden borders and decorative containers.
Climate Adaptability
Thrives in warm zones but requires annual replanting in cooler regions.
Key Specs
Mature Height
12-18 inches
Flower Size
3-6 inches wide
Bulb Spacing
9 bulbs per sq. ft.
Flower Bulb Size
9 cm
Planting Depth
2-3 inches deep
Hardiness Zones
8-10
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Planting Time
Spring
Features
- Eye-catching exotic blooms with unique patterns
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Continuous blooming for weeks
- Adds textural interest with pleated foliage
- Easy to grow and maintain
- Suitable for container planting
- Excellent as cut flowers
- Vibrant rainbow of bright colors
What customers say
The sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, centered on the exceptional visual quality and the reliability of the bulbs. Gardeners celebrate the stunning, exotic color array delivered by the mix, noting that the unique spotted patterns create a dramatic focal point. The bulbs themselves are consistently reported as healthy and robust, ensuring a high success rate and making this a highly valued, reliable choice for adding vibrant summer drama.
Know before you buy
Not at all. While each bloom is ephemeral, these plants produce a continuous succession of flowers throughout mid-to-late summer, ensuring your garden remains vibrant for weeks.
Yes, Tiger Flowers are excellent for containers. Their compact height of 12-18 inches makes them well-suited for pots, provided you use a well-draining potting mix and place them in a spot that receives full sun.
Yes, if you live outside of hardiness zones 8-10, these bulbs will not survive the winter in the ground. You can either treat them as annuals or dig up the bulbs in the fall and store them in a cool, dry place to replant the following spring.
Plant your bulbs 2-3 inches deep in well-drained soil. For the best visual impact, space them at a density of about 9 bulbs per square foot.
Yes, Tigridia is generally considered deer and rabbit resistant. While no plant is entirely immune to hungry wildlife, these are a reliable choice for gardens where animal browsing is a common concern.
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