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Asphodeline damascena

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 48"-72"
  • W: 12"-15"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Asphodeline damascena plant details

Asphodeline damascena is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Asphodeline damascena

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae, xanthorrhoeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 48 IN - 72 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asphodeline damascena

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Blue grassy foliage with tall, narrow spikes of white star-shaped flowers. New to us, and seemingly unknown in the gardening world. We're still experimenting with it - if you've got experience with this plant, please let us know!

Gardening facts about Asphodeline damascena plant

How to Grow Asphodeline damascena

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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