Plant during the recommended period shown in the variety’s specifications. If you cannot plant straight away, store them somewhere cool, dry and well ventilated.
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Known as the Dwarf Star of Bethlehem, this is a rare but very hardy yet pretty little bulbous perennial. In late winter it produces channelled, mid-green leaves to 10cm long. Ornithogalum oligophyllum are quickly followed by upright flower stalks, carrying an open cluster of starry flowers. Opening from green buds, these flowers are white to ivory-white, with a lighter edge, and a yellow-green stripe on the outside. It will grow well in part-shade, but is even better in full sun.
The blooms of Ornithogalum oligophyllum, which are around 2-3cm across, often start to open when they are still close to the ground. Originally from Turkey, the Balkans and Georgia, this tough little plant will withstand intense winter cold, but it dislikes a permanently moist soil. For both of these reasons, many people like to grow it in elevated positions, such as raised beds or rockeries, or in pots for close-up enjoyment.
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Check whether your varieties prefer sun or shade, then choose a sheltered spot with well-drained soil. Most spring bulbs also grow well in containers.
Remove weeds and loosen compacted soil. Improve heavy ground with organic matter and horticultural grit. For containers, use peat-free multipurpose compost and ensure good drainage.
Plant at the depth recommended for each variety, as their requirements differ. Position shoots or pointed ends upwards. If the correct direction is unclear, plant them on their sides.
Follow the recommended spacing for each variety. Planting in clusters or informal drifts creates a natural display, but avoid placing them directly against one another.
Water after planting if the soil is dry. Keep containers lightly moist but never waterlogged. After flowering, allow foliage to yellow naturally before removing it.
- Botanical name
- Ornithogalum oligophyllum
- Flower colour
- Green, white
- Bulb size
- 6/7
- Established height
- 10-20cm
- Established spread
- 5-10cm
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
- Upright
- Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- Yes
- Plant spacing
- 100 bulbs per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- No
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- No
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
- Free draining
- Soil type
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Loam
Loam-based compost
Multipurpose compost
Sandy - Suitable for
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Borders
Coastal gardens
Cottage gardens
Gravel gardens
Large containers
Low maintenance gardens
Pots
Rockery - Sunlight
- Full sun
- Toxicity
-
Skin/eyes irritant
Harmful if eaten - Years to establish
- 1st year
Perfect for pots
Thrives in full sun
Perennial
Fully hardy
Packed in paper
Low maintenance
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