Red triton (Tritonia disticha)

Red triton

Red triton is a resilient, cormous perennial, flaunting slender sword-shaped leaves and displaying a striking array of starry, orange to yellow flowers on erect, branching spikes. Thriving in well-drained soils, red triton wears its vibrant blooms during spring to summer, often found peppering rocky slopes where the conditions mimic its native South African grasslands.

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Species

Red triton (Tritonia disticha)

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Perennial

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Care Guide for Red triton

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Water: Red triton thrives in regions with consistent rainfall, preferring balanced moisture levels. Water weekly to ensure optimal hydration. As an evergreen, red triton maintains leaves year-round, necessitating consistent moisture even in non-growing seasons.

Pruning: Red triton thrives with early spring pruning to remove dead foliage and spent stalks, enhancing growth and flowering. Sharp tools prevent disease. Regular deadheading extends blooms, while proper pruning improves air circulation, reduces pests and diseases, and boosts the plant's vigor and visual appeal.

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