Ornithogalum dubium (Star of Bethlehem)
Star of Bethlehem, Orange Star Flower, Sun Star, Yellow Chinkerinchee, Geeltjienkerientjee
Native to South Africa, Ornithogalum dubium (Star of Bethlehem) is a bulbous perennial boasting brilliant clusters of 5-25 yellow to orange flowers, 1 in. across (2.5 cm), adorned with a contrasting bead-like black eye. Blooming over a long-season, extending from late winter to spring, the showy blossoms rise above the nearly prostrate foliage of narrowly lance-shaped, dark green to lime-green leaves. Mostly grown for cut flower and flowering pot-plant production, Star of Bethlehem also makes an attractive rock garden plant where it will happily naturalize.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
- Grow up to 8-12 in. tall (20-30 cm).
- Thrives in full sun in well-drained soils
- Virtually disease and pest free. Deer and critter resistant.
- To be planted in spring. Propagate by seed as soon as ripe in the autumn or sow in spring. Remove offsets when dormant.
- All parts may cause severe discomfort if ingested and the sap may irritate skin. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses, toxic to humans.
- Native to South Africa
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A member of the Hyacinth family, Ornithogalum (Star of Bethlehem) are bulbous perennials grown for their clusters of typically star-shaped, white flowers in spring or summer, depending on the species. They quickly form large clumps of grassy or strap-like leaves.. However, some basic rules need to be followed to enjoy their splendid flowers.Read More
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 7
– 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Ornithogalum - Star of Bethlehem |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid) Winter |
| Height | 8" – 1' (20cm – 30cm) |
| Spread | 3" – 4" (7cm – 10cm) |
| Spacing | 4" – 6" (10cm – 15cm) |
| Depth | 3" – 6" (7cm – 15cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 7
– 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Ornithogalum - Star of Bethlehem |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid) Winter |
| Height | 8" – 1' (20cm – 30cm) |
| Spread | 3" – 4" (7cm – 10cm) |
| Spacing | 4" – 6" (10cm – 15cm) |
| Depth | 3" – 6" (7cm – 15cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |
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