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Asphodeline liburnica - Jacob's Rod

Asphodeline liburnica
Liburne Asphodel, Croatian Asphodel, Jacob's Rod

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This hardy Mediterranean species, very similar to Asphodeline lutea, has a more flexible habit and finer foliage. It produces tall flowering stems in summer, adorned with light yellow flowers of a beautiful size, reminiscent of lilies or daylilies with delicate petals. Its linear and narrow foliage, of a grey-green colour, persists in winter while disappearing after flowering. It is a very undemanding plant for dry and rocky soil, to be grown in full sun or partial shade in a very well-drained soil.
Flower size
4 cm
Height at maturity
80 cm
Spread at maturity
40 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -15°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil
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Best planting time March, September
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Flowering time June to July
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Description

Asphodeline liburnica, sometimes called Jacob's Rod because of its resemblance to Asphodeline lutea, is a distinct Mediterranean species displaying a more flexible habit, finer foliage and more delicate, somewhat lighter flowers that bloom later in the season. This perennial produces tall stems adorned with beautiful light and bright yellow flowers, reminiscent of lilies or very delicate daylilies. They seem to emerge from a graceful clump, reminiscent of fennel. Ideal in a dry garden, it likes heat but adapts well to cool regions as long as the soil is very well drained and hardy. Stunning in a natural, water-saving garden, it is perfect in poor and rocky soils.

Asphodeline liburnica is a plant belonging to the Asphodelaceae family, along with lilies. It is native to the regions of the eastern Mediterranean basin, especially Greece, where it grows in somewhat humid areas and clear undergrowth, while Asphodeline lutea emerges from rocky areas and arid pastures. This tuberous-rooted perennial forms a clump of leafy stems, reaching a height of 80 cm (32 in) to 1 m (3 ft) when in bloom and a width of about 50 cm (20 in). The very light, linear, narrow foliage, more abundant towards the bottom of the sparsely branched stems, is greyish-green in colour. Flowering takes place from June-July to August, depending on the climate. It is earlier in Mediterranean climates but follows that of Asphodeline lutea. The light yellow flowers with 6 thin petals arranged in a star shape open in the morning and close in the evening. They are located towards the often branched end of rigid stems. Its foliage persists in winter while it disappears after flowering. The plant easily self-seeds in the driest areas of the garden.

Asphodelines find their place in rockeries and scree gardens but are also superb when isolated in paving. Their grass-like foliage pairs well with plants with wide leaves such as large sedums, the round and velvety foliage of Ballota pseudodictamnus or the round and thorny mass of Sarcopoterium spinosum, as well as blue summer blooms. Salvia chamaedryoides, Perovskia 'Blue Spire', and lavenders are lovely companions for this remarkably architectural, yet simple, yellow flower, .

Some believe that Asphodeline lutea and Asphodeline liburnica are two identical species, but when seen side by side, the difference in overall silhouette, habit, and flowering is clearly noticeable.

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Asphodeline liburnica - Jacob's Rod (Flowering) Flowering
Asphodeline liburnica - Jacob's Rod (Foliage) Foliage
Asphodeline liburnica - Jacob's Rod (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour yellow
Flowering time June to July
Inflorescence Spike
Flower size 4 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green
Foliage description Deciduous foliage after flowering, during the summer dormant period.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 80 cm
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate slow

Botanical data

Genus

Asphodeline

Species

liburnica

Family

Asphodelaceae

Other common names

Liburne Asphodel, Croatian Asphodel, Jacob's Rod

Origin

Mediterranean

Product reference806111

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Planting and care

Asphodeline Liburnica grows spontaneously on porous, rather poor and dry soils in summer. This plant is very adaptable to the nature of the soil and accepts both limestone and sandy or stony soils, as long as they are properly drained and do not retain winter moisture. Its roots also settle in rocky soils. Under these conditions, this plant will be hardy down to -12/-15 °C (10.4/5 °F). It is best planted in full sun or even in partial shade in hot climates, in a well-exposed or even windy position. This perennial is very resistant to summer drought, only fearing dense shade and competition from other plants. Remove faded flowers if you want to avoid spontaneous sowing.

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Planting period

Best planting time March, September
Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery, Woodland edge
Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -15°C (USDA zone 7b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Chalky (poor, alkaline and well-drained), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Dry soil, rocky, sandy

Care

Pruning instructions Remove faded flowers if you want to avoid spontaneous sowing.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time July to August
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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