What are the soil requirements for Palmer's bajalily?

Palmer's bajalily thrives in well-drained soil, mimicking its native arid habitat. Sandy or gravelly soils are ideal.

How much water does Triteleiopsis palmeri need?

It is a drought-tolerant plant. Water sparingly, especially during its dormant period, and provide good drainage.

What are the light requirements for Palmer's bajalily?

This plant prefers full sun to partial shade. Ample sunlight will promote the best flowering.

When does Palmer's bajalily bloom?

Palmer's bajalily typically blooms in late spring to early summer, producing attractive white flowers.

Is Triteleiopsis palmeri suitable for cold climates?

Palmer's bajalily is best suited for warmer climates (USDA hardiness zones 8-11) as it may not tolerate freezing temperatures.

Palmers Baja Lily (Triteleiopsis palmeri) – Growing Guide, Benefits & Care

Palmer's Bajalily Quick Facts

Key traits and growing stats from plant data

Plant Place Type: Garden, Pot
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Height: 0.2-0.4 m
Spread: 0.1-0.2 m
Tall Or Wide: Taller than wide
Growth Rate: Moderate
Dormancy: Summer
Leaf Color: Green
Leaf Type: Basal
Flower Size: 2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight (lux): 60000

Care guide for Palmer's Bajalily

Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data

Water

Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch, typically during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in dormancy to prevent bulb rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogging.

Pruning

Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to prevent seed production and direct energy back into the bulb. Foliage should be left to yellow and die back naturally before being removed, as it nourishes the bulb for the following season.

Propagation

Propagate by separating offsets from the parent bulb during repotting in late summer or early autumn. Seeds can also be sown fresh in autumn, but flowering may take several years.

Repotting

Repot every 2-3 years, or when the bulb clump becomes crowded. This is best done in late summer or early autumn when the plant is dormant. Use a well-draining potting mix.

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Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.

Northern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · JunPeak fruit · May

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Southern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · AprPeak fruit · Apr

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Photos of Palmer's Bajalily (Triteleiopsis palmeri)

Palmer's Bajalily Names & Synonyms

Common names and botanical synonyms

Common Names

Palmer's Baja-Lily
Palmer's Bajalily

Synonyms

Brodiaea palmeri S.Watson
Triteleia palmeri (S.Watson) Greene

Palmer's Bajalily Taxonomy

Botanical classification

Taxonomic classification of Palmer's Bajalily
Rank	Name
Kingdom	Plantae
Division	Tracheophyta
Class	Liliopsida
Order	Asparagales
Family	Asparagaceae
Genus	Triteleiopsis
Species	Triteleiopsis palmeri

Palmer's Bajalily FAQs

Answers based on plant encyclopedia data

What are the soil requirements for Palmer's bajalily?
Palmer's bajalily thrives in well-drained soil, mimicking its native arid habitat. Sandy or gravelly soils are ideal.
How much water does Triteleiopsis palmeri need?
It is a drought-tolerant plant. Water sparingly, especially during its dormant period, and provide good drainage.
What are the light requirements for Palmer's bajalily?
This plant prefers full sun to partial shade. Ample sunlight will promote the best flowering.
When does Palmer's bajalily bloom?
Palmer's bajalily typically blooms in late spring to early summer, producing attractive white flowers.
Is Triteleiopsis palmeri suitable for cold climates?
Palmer's bajalily is best suited for warmer climates (USDA hardiness zones 8-11) as it may not tolerate freezing temperatures.

Palmer's BajalilyTriteleiopsis palmeri

Palmer's Bajalily Care Summary