21 Flowers That Start With T: Tremendously Beautiful Plants

Flowers that start with T look so beautiful that one might think that they are unreal. Well, they are real and easy to grow so long as you make the right choice. Read this article to learn about the most beautiful and suitable flowering plant for you.

Types of Flowers That Start With T

1. Tiger Flower (Tigridia Pavonia)

This very beautiful flower comes from a bulbous perennial plant. The flower has three large yellow orange, white, red, and pink outer petals and a cluster of three small petals at the center.

The spots on the petals make the flower resemble a tiger’s coat. This plant is native to Mexico, Guatamemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. Even though the blooms are short-lived, you get to enjoy the magical view.

• Size: Tiger plants can grow 1–2 feet (30—60 centimeters) tall when mature.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: You can grow the plant from zones 8–10.
• Humidity: Humidity levels around or above 50 percent are best.
• Light: Full or partial sun is suitable for the plant. It should get around four hours of daily sunlight.
• Soil: Make use of loam soil or loam mixed with sand.
• Watering: This plant is drought-resistant, but ensure that there is always moisture in the soil.

2. Toad Lily (Tricyrtis Hirta)

The Toad Lily is a beautiful plant with pale lavender orchid-like flowers. The flowers have dark purple specks and the leaves are hairy, clasping around the stem. This plant is native to central and southern Japan. You can grow this lily in borders and rock gardens. You will enjoy the bloom from late spring to fall.

• Size: This Toad Lily can reach 3 feet (90 centimeters) in height.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Grow the lilies from zone 4–8. It prefers cool places.
• Humidity: The plant can grow well in average humidity.
• Light: Part shade to full shade is optimal. Do not burn the leaves of this plant.
• Soil: Sand or loam is recommended.
• Watering: The plant has low watering needs. Water it once or twice weekly.

3. Tiger Lily (Lilium Lancifolium)

The Tiger Lily is perennial, bulbous and produces fragrant flowers with an orange long spotted petal. It is native to China, Korea, Japan, and the far East of Russia. Would you not love to have this in your garden?

• Size: The plant can grow to reach 2–5 feet (0.6-1.5 meter) in height.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Zones 3–9 are the best zones to grow this lily.
• Humidity: Humidity levels around 50 percent are suitable.
• Light: Grow it in full sun. It can also grow in partial sun.
• Soil: You can make use of sand or loam.
• Watering: Water the plant once or twice weekly.

4. Treasure Flower (Gazania Rigens)

This beautiful Treasure Flower is native to the coastal parts of southern Africa. The plant has green foliage and multiple large white orange, purple, or pink flowers. The flowers have yellow carpels. You will see the plants blooming in spring and summer.

• Size: This plant grows 1 foot tall and 1 foot (30 centimeters) wide.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Grow this plant in USDA zones 9–11.
• Humidity: Humidity should stay above average for optimal growth.
• Light: The sun exposure should be full so that the plants can grow quickly.
• Soil: You should grow your plants in sandy soil. Make sure that the soil is well-drained.
• Watering: Ensure that the soil stays uniformly moist.

5. Tree Peony (Paeonia Spp.)

This China and Bhutan native is a sight to behold. The perennial shrub with aerial woody stems has flowers with purple, white, yellow, red, or pink petals. The shrub is easy to grow, so you want to grow it in your garden.

• Size: The Tree Peony can reach 3–5 feet in (0.9–1.5 meters) height and 3–4 feet (0.9–1.2 meters) in width.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Zones 4–9 are optimal to grow this plant.
• Humidity: Humidity levels around or below average are fine.
• Light: The shrub prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Make use of very fertile loam soil. Enrich the soil with organic nutrients.
• Watering: Water the plants often only when they are young.

6. Trumpet Vine (Campsis Radicans)

This beautiful plant is a hardy, perennial, deciduous, woody vine that is native to North America (eastern United States). It has orange-scarlet, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in mid-summer.

The leaves are large, glossy, and green. The flowers are attractive to pollinating insects and hummingbirds. You can make use of this plant as a border or fence plant, but please note that it is toxic to animals.

• Size: The trumpet plant can reach 30–40 feet (9–12 meters) in height and 5–10 feet (1.5–3 meters) in width.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Zones 4–10 are the best zones to grow this vine.
• Humidity: Humidity levels from 60 percent upward are suitable.
• Light: Grow the plant in full sun.
• Soil: The substrate should be made of loam. It should be lightweight.
• Watering: This plant is drought tolerant, but ensure that the soil does not run dry before you water it.

7. Tennessee Purple Coneflower (Echinacea Tennesseensi)

This plant is endemic to the cedar glades in the central state of Tennessee, United States. It was classified as endangered but is no longer endangered. The Tennessee Coneflower produces flowers with thin pink petals growing on long stalks. In summer, the plant will bloom and attract a lot of hummingbirds and butterflies.

• Size: It can grow 18–24 inches (46–61 centimeters) tall and 12–18 (30–61 centimeters) wide.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Grow the purple coneflower plant in zones 5–9. If you are living around Tennessee, you can grow this plant with ease.
• Humidity: Maintain average humidity. You do not need to worry about humidity when growing this plant.
• Light: Full sun to partial shade is suitable. The plant should get around five hours of light daily.
• Soil: Try to elevate the soil of your garden if it is heavy for your purple coneflowers.
• Watering: This is a drought-tolerant plant. However, ensure that you water it at least once weekly.

8. Toyon Shrub (Heteromeles Arbutifolia)

This is a perennial large shrub or small tree with leathery, toothed leaves, and white flowers. It has hot red fruits and is native to the extreme southwest regions of Oregon and California. The leaves, flowers and fruits of this plant make great colorful winter decorations.

• Size: It can grow 6–8 feet (1.8–2.4 meters) tall and 4–5 feet (1.2–1.5 meters) wide. However, it can reach 15–25 feet (4.5–7.6 meters) in height and 8-15 feet (2.4–4.5 meters) in width if you grow it without pruning.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Zones 9–11 are the best to grow this plant.
• Humidity: Grow it at average levels of humidity.
• Light: The Toyon prefers full sun to grow.
• Soil: Make use of a nutrient-poor and dry substrate. You will fertilize it while it is growing.
• Watering: It is drought-tolerant, but requires regular watering.

9. Tall Bearded Iris (Iris × Germanica)

This beautiful plant is the showiest member of its genus. Its flowers have six petals of which the three top petals (standards) have light colors like white and light blue while the three dropping petals (falls) have darker colors such as purple and dark blue. The plant is an herbaceous perennial. You will enjoy the bloom of this iris in spring. However, note that this plant is toxic.

• Size: This iris can grow 12–40 inches (30–102 centimeters) tall and 1–2 feet (30–60 centimeter) wide.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Zones 3–9 are best for this plant.
• Humidity: The humidity levels should be kept at around 60 percent.
• Light: Irises love full sun, so ensure that there is nothing blocking sunlight from reaching them.
• Soil: Make use of well-drained and lightweight soil for this iris.
• Watering: Water the plant once to three times weekly.

10. Tall Verbena (Verbena Bonariensis)

This Tall Verbena has lance-shaped, green leaves and purple flowers with long and thin stems. The plant is herbaceous and perennial and can also grow as an annual. The best way to enjoy the sight of this plant is to practice mass planting. Other names for this Verbena are Cluster Top Vervain, Purple Top Vervain and Argentinian Vervain.

• Size: Verbenas can grow 3–6 feet (0.9–1.8 meters) tall and 1–3 feet (30–90 centimeter) wide.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: The best zones for this plant are zones 7–11.
• Humidity: Maintain above-average humidity levels.
• Light: The verbenas can grow in full sun or light shade.
• Soil: Grow the plant in moist soil.
• Watering: Even though Tall Verbenas are drought-tolerant, do not wait until the soil is dry before you water them.

11. Tartarian Aster (Aster Tataricus)

This aster plant is native to Asia, especially in countries such as China, Korea, and Japan. It has violet-blue or lavender flowers with yellow centers. This perennial plant is characterized by its leaves. The higher leaves are smaller than the lower leaves. The beautiful bloom attracts pollinators to your garden.

• Size: This plant can grow 3–6 feet (90–180 centimeters) tall.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Zones 3–9 are optimal for the growth of asters.
• Humidity: Maintain average humidity.
• Light: They need full sun.
• Soil: The soil should be sand or loam. Mix it with compost.
• Watering: Water the plants regularly so that the soil is never dry.

12. Texas Mountain Laurel (Dermatophyllum Secundiflorum)

The Texas Mountain Laurel is an evergreen, flowering shrub or small tree with blue or purple flower clusters. It is native to Mexico and Texas. Other names for this beautiful tree include Texas Mescalbean, Frijolillo and Frijolito.

• Size: The shrub can grow up to 20 feet (6 meters) tall.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Grow this mountain laurel in zones 7b–11.
• Humidity: Humidity levels around average are optimal.
• Light: The shrub prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Grow it in acidic soil with a pH of 5.4 to 6.7. The soil should be nutrient-rich.
• Watering: Overwatering can lead to rapid growth, so water the plant once or twice weekly.

13. Texas Nipple Cactus (Mammillaria Prolifera)

If you are a fan of cactuses, this plant is for you. It is a short cactus that forms a clump of cylindrical or globose dark-green stems. It originates from Mexico, Cuba, Texas, and Haiti. Remember that cactus plants need more sunlight and less water.

• Size: These cactuses grow to reach 3–4 inches (8–10 centimeter) tall and 3–24 inches (8–61 centimeters) wide.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Ensure that you grow the plants at 65–75 degrees Fahrenheit (18–24 degrees Celsius).
• Humidity: The humidity levels should be below 40 percent.
• Light: Cactus plants need full sun to grow.
• Soil: You can make use of cactus compost to grow this cactus.
• Watering: Cacti are drought-tolerant, but you should water them occasionally, especially in their growing season.

14. Tickseed (Coreopsis Spp.)

Tickseeds are herbaceous, perennial plants with large, bright, golden-yellow flowers sometimes with bronzy-red centers. They have finely-textured green leaves. You will enjoy your tickseed bloom from early summer to fall. However, you can extend the bloom by deadheading the plants.

• Size: They can grow from 6 inches (15 centimeters) to 4 feet (1.2 meters) tall depending on the variety.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Zones 3–10 are best for this plant. 
• Humidity: Keep average humidity for the plants.
• Light: Ensure that they get full or partial sunlight.
• Soil: Tickseeds need nutrient-rich loam to grow.
• Watering: Water the plants at least twice weekly in the growing season.

15. Tuberous Begonia (Begonia Tuberhybrida Group)

The Begonia Tuberhybrida group is a group of plants (of the same species) with tubers and flowers that can be red, orange, pink, yellow, cream, or white depending on the variety. You only need to plant the seeds once and they will sow their seeds by themselves.You will enjoy the sight of the flowers in summer. 

• Size: They can grow 12–18 inches (30–46 centimeters) tall.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: The different plants in this group can grow in zones 1–11. You should select a plant that is suitable for your zone.
• Humidity: You do not need to worry about the humidity if you have a good watering routine.
• Light: They need full sunlight to grow. They should get up to seven hours of light daily.
• Soil: Grow them in nutrient-rich lightweight soil.
• Watering: These plants are drought-resistant, but they will appreciate regular watering.

16. Tall Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos Flavidus)

This is a Southwest Australian, rhizomatous, grass-like plant that produces flowers shaped like the paws of a kangaroo. The flowers can be red or yellow. You can grow this plant to fill spaces in your garden.

• Size: Kangaroo plants can grow to reach 3–6 feet (0.9–1.8 meter) tall and 2–4 feet (60–120 centimeter) wide.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Zones 10–11 are the best for this plant.
• Humidity: Humidity levels around 60 percent are optimal.
• Light: Grow the plant in a spot where it can get full sun to light shade.
• Soil: The soil should be evenly moist and well-drained.
• Watering: Water the Paw plants to prevent drought.

17. Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone Virginiana)

This is a hardy, perennial plant producing flowers with fluffy green centers and small, whitish green petals in long stalks. The plant is pest-resistant and also resistant to a lot of common plant diseases. You get to enjoy the sight of this beautiful plant’s bloom from May until July (in the right USDA zones).

• Size: This weed can grow 24–48 inches (61–122 centimeters) tall and 12–18 inches (30–46 centimeters) wide.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: If you want to grow this weed, grow it in zones 3–8.
• Humidity: Humidity levels above 50 percent are best.
• Light: The Thimbleweed prefers a location that is partly shaded.
• Soil: Dry soil is best, but the plant can grow in moderately moist soil.
• Watering: You only need to water the plant in the hot summer months.

18. Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Spp.)

This herbaceous, perennial plant which is native to South Africa is a member of the sunflower family. It produces large green leaves and flowers with red, yellow, pink, or orange ray-like petals around a center disk of very small black or green flowers. The beautiful plant always comes back every year. Other names for it are Barberton Daisy, African Daisy, and Veld Daisy.

• Size: The Transvaal plant can reach 10–18 inches (25–46 centimeters) in height and spread 9–12 inches (23–30 centimeter) wide.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Zones 8–10 are the best for this plant.
• Humidity: Average levels of humidity are optimal.
• Light: Grow the Transvaal plants in full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Make use of soil enriched with compost or other organic supplements.
• Watering: Regular watering is important. The soil should not go dry.

19. Turtlehead (Chelone Spp.)

Turtlehead plants are beautiful, herbaceous, perennial plants with flowers that resemble the head of turtles. The flowers can be pink, purple, or white and the leaves are dark green. These plants are native to eastern North America. Why not grow them in your garden to excite your visitors?

• Size: The beautiful plant can reach 2–3 feet (60–90 centimeters) in height and 1–2 feet (30–60 centimeters) in width.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Zones 5–9 are optimal to grow this plant.
• Humidity: 60–75 percent humidity is best.
• Light: The plant can grow in full or partial sunlight.
• Soil: Ensure that the soil is rich in nutrients and moisture.
• Watering: Water the plants in well-drained soil two or three times weekly.

20. Toadflax (Linaria Vulgaris)

This plant is native to Europe, Siberia, and Central Asia. It is a beautiful weed with flowers that have white or cream petals. The lower lip of the flowers is characterized by its orange spots. Try to prevent aphids and powdery mildew from attacking your Toadflax plants.

• Size: Toadflax plants can grow 2 feet (60 centimeters) tall.
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: You want to grow this plant in zones 5–9.
• Light: Ensure that it is growing in full sun.
• Soil: The soil should be fertile and well-drained. You can amend sandy soil with compost for toadflaxes.
• Watering: Water the plant two or three times weekly.

21. Tithonia Spp. (Mexican Sunflowers)

Here is a plant with flowers that have fiery colors of red, yellow, or orange petals and yellow centers. It is native to Mexico, the United States and other countries in Central America. It is perennial in its habitat but grows as an annual in other places. The plant blooms in late fall. To extend the bloom, deadhead the flowers.

• Size: The height of matured Mexican sunflowers is 2 feet and 6 inches (75 centimeter) while the width is 12–18 inches (30–46 centimeters).
• Temperature and USDA hardiness zone: Grow the plant in zones 9-11 for optimal growth. It will grow as an annual plant outside the zones.
• Humidity: To prevent mildew, space the plants properly if growing them in a humid spot.
• Light: Grow your sunflowers in full.
• Soil: Sandy soil is best. You can use any type of soil, just make sure that it is well-drained.
• Watering: Water the plant once or twice weekly.

Conclusion

Flowers that start with T are truly some of the most tremendous plants that you can grow in your garden. Imagine the sight of Tiger flowers, Tiger lilies and Tithonia flowers in your garden. 

Well, the choice of flower to grow is still totally up to you to decide. Which flower would you like to grow?

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