Star of Bethlehem. A bulbous perennial with narrow, bright green leaves with a central silver stripe. Produces clusters of star-shaped, white flowers, striped green inside in early summer. Max Height 20cm to 30cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Harmful if eaten.
Ornithogalum umbellatum
A bulbous perennial with narrow, bright green leaves with a central silver stripe. Produces clusters of star-shaped, white flowers, striped green inside in early summer.
Category: Bulbs
Additional information
Generic | Ornithogalum |
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Species | umbellatum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Star of Bethlehem |
Flower Colour | white |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 20cm, 30cm |
Family | Hyacinthaceae |
Spread | 10cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Erect |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | |
Care | |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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