Pretty Face, Golden Brodiaea
Triteleia Ixioides
Overview
Triteleia ixioides, commonly known as Pretty Face or Golden Brodiaea, is a charming bulbous perennial. Its yellow star-shaped flowers cluster atop 1-2 ft stalks in late spring to early summer. Thriving in USDA zones 4-10, it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. A drought-tolerant species, it's ideal for xeriscaping or adding a pop of color in rock gardens and borders. Spread is typically around 6-12 inches.
Sun FullWater Very LowZones 7–11Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 7–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial
- Family
- Triteleia
- Climate
- Temperate
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