{"product_id":"tritonia-tango-blend-8-corms","title":"Tritonia Tango Blend (Pack of 8 Corms)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTritonia Tango Blend (Pack of 8 Corms)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e(Tritonia crocata)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: These corms cannot be shipped to Western Australia or Tasmania due to biosecurity restrictions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWarm, vibrant, and bursting with the energy of a South African spring, Tritonia Tango Blend is one of the most spirited and free-flowering bulbs an Australian home gardener can grow. This pack contains 8 premium Tritonia crocata corms in a fiery and exuberant blend of orange, apricot, coral, and rose-pink tones, every stem producing a graceful spray of 6 to 10 delicate cup-shaped blooms that open in sequence from top to bottom, creating a long and generous flowering display throughout spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCommonly known as Flame Freesia or Blazing Star, Tritonia crocata shares the elegant form of the Freesia but brings its own distinct flair, with taller, more upright stems, bolder colours, and an outstanding ability to naturalise and multiply freely over time. Tough, drought-tolerant once established, and suitable for a wide range of Australian garden conditions, Tritonia Tango Blend is a corm that rewards generously for very little effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCorm count: 8 Tritonia Tango Blend corms per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFlower colours: Warm blend of orange, apricot, coral, and rose-pink tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePlant height: 25 to 35 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBloom time: September to November (spring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNaturalising: Yes, multiplies freely via cormlets and returns annually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSun requirements: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSoil type: Well-drained, fertile soil; grows well in most soil types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFrost tolerance: Frost hardy once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDrought tolerance: Yes, drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCommon names: Flame Freesia, Blazing Star\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePlant Tritonia corms in autumn from March onwards for a vibrant spring flowering display. Before planting, prepare the soil by digging through well-composted organic matter or aged manure to improve fertility and drainage. Add a slow-release bulb fertiliser at planting time for the best results. Choose a position in full sun with excellent drainage and shelter from strong winds, as the upright stems can be susceptible to wind damage. Plant corms 5 to 7 cm deep with the pointed end facing up, spacing corms 8 to 10 cm apart. Water in well after planting, then keep the soil gently moist through late winter and into spring as shoots emerge and active growth begins. For the most striking visual impact, plant in groups or drifts of multiple corms rather than as individual specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering and Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRegular watering through late winter and early spring is important for Tritonia while roots are establishing and buds are developing. Water deeply when the top 5 cm of soil feels dry, watering early in the morning and avoiding wetting the foliage to reduce the risk of fungal disease. Once flowering is complete, gradually reduce watering and allow the soil to remain relatively dry through summer and most of autumn while the corms are dormant. Apply a complete fertiliser or liquid feed approximately 6 weeks after shoots first appear in spring to encourage strong stem development and abundant blooms. After flowering, a dressing of blood and bone will replenish nutrients and support healthy corm development for the following season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning Advice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTritonia Tango Blend produces beautiful, long-lasting cut flowers that bring a warm and vibrant energy to any floral arrangement. For the best vase life, cut stems with as much length as possible early in the morning just as the lower blooms begin to open. In the garden, regularly removing spent flower spikes redirects the plant's energy back into the corm rather than into seed production. Do not remove or cut back the foliage until it has completely yellowed and died back naturally, as the leaves are essential for photosynthesising and storing the energy the corm needs to produce a strong and colourful display the following spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zone Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCool and Alpine (ACT, VIC Highlands, NSW Tablelands): Very good performance. Tritonia crocata is frost hardy and adapts well to cooler conditions. Apply a layer of mulch over the planting area through winter to protect corms from prolonged or heavy frost and to retain moisture during the active growing period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTemperate (Melbourne, Adelaide, coastal NSW): Outstanding and reliable performance. Tritonia Tango Blend thrives in temperate Australian gardens and is one of the most free-flowering and low-maintenance spring bulbs available for this climate zone. Plant in a full sun, well-drained position and allow corms to naturalise undisturbed for a display that improves with every season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSubtropical (Brisbane, coastal QLD): Excellent results. Tritonia crocata is notably well suited to warmer climates and performs with particular vigour in subtropical conditions with a sunny, well-drained position. One of the few spring bulbs that genuinely excels in warmer Australian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTropical and Arid (Darwin, Far North QLD): Not recommended. Tritonia requires a distinct cooler winter dormancy period to perform reliably and will not establish or flower consistently in persistently hot or tropical conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Warnings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs with many members of the Iridaceae family, Tritonia crocata corms and plant material may cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals upon direct contact. Always wear gloves when handling corms and wash hands thoroughly after planting. Keep corms stored safely out of reach of children and pets. Watch for aphids on developing flower buds as temperatures warm in spring, and monitor for snails and slugs during the early shooting period. A fungicide may be required if fungal disease appears during cool, wet, or showery weather. If any adverse reaction from plant contact or ingestion occurs, seek medical or veterinary advice promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51837585260856,"sku":"BULB-F-277","price":11.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/files\/tritonia-tango-blend-pack-of-8-bulbs-2883548.jpg?v=1772134806","url":"https:\/\/www.happyvalleyseeds.com.au\/products\/tritonia-tango-blend-8-corms","provider":"Happy Valley Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}