Bulbinella floribunda

Also Known As

Bulbinella latifolia subsp. doleritica
Bulbinella latifolia var. doleritica
Cat's Tail

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-36"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

9b-11

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Bulbinella floribunda plant details

Bulbinella floribunda is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In winter bronze and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bulbinella floribunda

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: bronze and yellow blooms in winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bulbinella floribunda

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Grassy w/tall pyramidal bloom-stalks, yellow blooms.

By: Cactus Jungle

Perennial with tuberous rootstock grown best in full sun or partial shade in warmer interior valleys. Forms large clumps of 2' narrow, floppy leaves topped from January to February with 4" spikes of clear yellow inflorescences. Individual flowers are bell-shaped. Best used in well-drained soils where it colonizes quickly. Provides handsome cut flowers. Hardy to 10F. New Zealand, South Africa.