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Triplet Lily
Triplet lily produces loose, starry umbels of blue to violet trumpets held aloft on slim, leafless stems. Native to the grasslands of the American West, it gives arrangements a light, meadowy movement and a rare true-blue tone. Florists value its long vase life and its ability to float colour through a bouquet without adding weight. It suits airy garden-style and boho wedding work where softness and natural rhythm matter.
| Family | Asparagaceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Western North America (California and Oregon) |
| Peak season | June, July |
| Availability | May, June, July, August |
| Stem length | 30–50 cm |
| Vase life | 7–14 days |
| Colors | blue, purple, white |
| Price tier | mid |
Cut the wiry stems on a slant and place straight into clean, cool water with flower food. The airy umbels are naturally long-lasting, opening gradually so buds continue to develop in the vase. Keep the leafless stems in good water and refresh every few days to maximise life. Avoid crushing the delicate flower heads when transporting.
- •Recut wiry stems on a slant
- •Use flower food
- •Buy with a few florets open
- •Change water every 2-3 days
- •Keep cool out of direct sun
- •Handle umbels gently
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Botanical reference
- Common name
- Ithuriel's Spear
- Also known as
- grassnut, Ithuriel's spear, brodiaea, Brodiaea candida, Brodiaea laxa, Brodiaea laxa candida, Brodiaea laxa nimia, Brodiaea laxa tracyi, Hookera laxa, Milla laxa, Seubertia laxa, Seubertia obscura
- Distribution
- California, North America
Open-data sources: GBIF, Wikidata (CC0/CC BY)
Frequently asked questions
When is Triplet Lily in season?
Triplet Lily peaks in June, July, and florists can usually source it May, June, July, August. Availability shifts by region and greenhouse supply.
How long does Triplet Lily last in a vase?
Expect 7–14 days with proper conditioning — a clean vase, fresh water every couple of days, flower food, and a cool spot away from ripening fruit and direct heat.
What can I use instead of Triplet Lily?
Good substitutes for Triplet Lily include Brodiaea, Agapanthus, Allium. Match on look, colour and season — our substitute finder ranks the closest alternatives.
What does Triplet Lily symbolise?
Triplet Lily is associated with devotion, harmony, unity, calm.
How do you care for cut Triplet Lily?
Recut wiry stems on a slant
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