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Galtonia viridiflora

Also Known As

  • Galtonia viride
  • Summer Hyacinth

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Galtonia viridiflora plant details

Galtonia viridiflora is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with. In summer chartreuse and green flowers emerge. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Galtonia viridiflora

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and green blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Galtonia viridiflora

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Actually my favorite species in the genus. This is a smaller plant than the above, only growing 12-18" tall. Its pendulous flowers are a soft olive green color.
Summer Hyacinth, as Galtonioa is commonly known is a bsummer blooming bulb from South Africa with 2-3' stems bearing nodding pale lime bells. It has wintered over for us in zone 6 in well drained spot. We have availalble a limited number of 2 year old plants that are blooming size.
Greenish white pendent bells in summer on 2 ft. spikes. South Africa.
Stalks of light green flowers. Oregon Native.

Gardening facts about Galtonia viridiflora plant

How to Grow Galtonia viridiflora

  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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