Polianthes tuberosa Tuberose PFAF Plant Database
Polianthes tuberosa is a BULB growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by m (0ft 8in). It is hardy to zone (UK) 9 and is frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers welldrained soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.