Photo by Cactus Jungle
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Albuca nelsonii
Also Known As
- Natal Albuca
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 9b-12
Albuca nelsonii plant details
Albuca nelsonii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and winter white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Albuca nelsonii
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Albuca nelsonii
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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How to Grow Albuca nelsonii
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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