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Ipheion uniflorum 'White Star'

Also Known As

  • Tristagma uniflorum 'White Star'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 3"-6"
  • W: 2"-6"

planting zones

  • 5a-12

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Ipheion uniflorum 'White Star' plant details

Ipheion uniflorum 'White Star' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with blue and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ipheion uniflorum 'White Star'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 2 IN - 6 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, naturalizing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ipheion uniflorum 'White Star'

USDA Zones: 5a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Blanco' version of Starflower! Naturalizing bulbous perennial with grassy foliage, 3-6" tall, with plenty of fragrant flowers April and May. Great follower for narcissus and species tulips. Flowers resemble porcelain with darker veining setting off the form. Sun to part shade, summer dry preferred (tolt of irrigation in fast draining soil); easy to grow.

Gardening facts about Ipheion uniflorum 'White Star' plant

How to Grow Ipheion uniflorum 'White Star'

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Texture

    • grassy
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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