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Ornithogalum juncifolium
Also Known As
- Ornithogalum graminifolium
- Cliff Marble
- Rush-leaved Star of Bethlehem
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 6"-10"
- W: 3"-6"
planting zones
- 9b-12
Ornithogalum juncifolium plant details
Ornithogalum juncifolium is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ornithogalum juncifolium
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rare, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ornithogalum juncifolium
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
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Gardening facts about Ornithogalum juncifolium plant
How to Grow Ornithogalum juncifolium
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-9"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-15"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 12"-48"
Width: 4"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 1'-3'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-2'
- sun
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