Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'

How to Grow and Care for Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'

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Grow in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun; protect from frost. Or grow in a pot in an alpine house: plant 5cm deep in a mix of equal parts loam-based potting compost and sharp sand; water in growing season but reduce watering as the leaves die down in summer

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'

Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'
Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun; protect from frost. Or grow in a pot in an alpine house: plant 5cm deep in a mix of equal parts loam-based potting compost and sharp sand; water in growing season but reduce watering as the leaves die down in summer

How to Water Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

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What Soil Is Best for Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

Propagate by removing offsets in late summer

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How to Transplant Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

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How to Care for Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea' in Winter?

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How to Plant Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

Grow in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun; protect from frost. Or grow in a pot in an alpine house: plant 5cm deep in a mix of equal parts loam-based potting compost and sharp sand; water in growing season but reduce watering as the leaves die down in summer

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How to Repot Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

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How to Harvest Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'

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Attributes of Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'

Plant typeAlpine Rockery · Bulbs
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTufted
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Scientific Classification

Species
Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'
Genus
Tecophilaea
Family
Tecophilaeaceae
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