Ornithogalum umbellatum
("Star of Bethlehem")
16-20 flowers, arranged in loose umbels, open if enough sunlight is present. During dull weather, they close to display the green exteriors of their petals.
What You Need To Know Before You Plant:
When Will This Flower Bloom?
Mid-Late Spring
When Should I Buy and Plant These Bulbs?
Fall
What Kind of Light Does This Bulb Prefer?
Partial shade
What Color Will the Flower Be?
White inside, greenish outside
How Far Apart Should I Plant These Bulbs?
3 in / 8 cm
How Deep Should I Dig?
4 in / 10 cm
How Tall Will It Grow?
8-10 in / 20-25 cm
Recommended Number of Bulbs Per Square Foot?
15
Is It Deer/Critter Resistant?
Yes
How Can I Best Use It in My Landscaping?
In borders and rock gardens.
Other Popular Varieties
Species only.
About the Family
Ornithogalum Family
Native to Southern Europe and Southern Africa.
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