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Ipheion uniflorum 'Wisely Blue'
Also Known As
- Tristagma uniflorum 'Wisley Blue'
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 2"-6"
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Ipheion uniflorum 'Wisely Blue' plant details
Ipheion uniflorum 'Wisely Blue' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with blue and green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. 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, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ipheion uniflorum 'Wisely Blue'
- 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: blue blooms in spring
- Uses: fragrant, naturalizing
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ipheion uniflorum 'Wisely Blue'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Ipheion uniflorum 'Wisely Blue'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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