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Asphodeline lutea [blue-leaved form]

Also Known As

  • King's Spear

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5b-9b

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Asphodeline lutea [blue-leaved form] plant details

Asphodeline lutea [blue-leaved form] is a deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Asphodeline lutea [blue-leaved form]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae, xanthorrhoeaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: cut flower, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asphodeline lutea [blue-leaved form]

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the best of the old fashioned garden standards for the modern landscape. Herbaceous perennial native to the eastern Mediterranean. Narrow blue-green leaves form clumps to 12" tall and long-lasting, highly scented yellow flowers rise above on leafy stalks in early summer. Full sun in well-drained soil with occasional summer moisture where dry, especially in the hottest climates. Frost hardy to -20F, USDA zone 6, and even upper zone 5 in protected locations with winter mulch.

Gardening facts about Asphodeline lutea [blue-leaved form] plant

How to Grow Asphodeline lutea [blue-leaved form]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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