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Ipheion uniflorum Tessa - Etoile de printemps
Ipheion uniflorum Tessa - Etoile de printemps
Ipheion uniflorum Tessa - Etoile de printemps
At the end of April 2021, my Spring stars are emerging - Small delicate flowers, very pretty for the 1st year. They will probably multiply the following year - They seem to wither quite quickly depending on their location...
Jocelyne, 27/04/2021
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The Ipheion uniflorum 'Tessa' is a charming bulb with large spring flowers, in pink star shapes. Its narrow foliage, with a slight garlic scent, appears in autumn, then disappears after flowering to pass the summer without any problems. Hardy and easy to naturalize, it will only require well-drained and warm soil. It will work wonders in rock gardens, on the edge of woodlands, and on slopes.
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The Ipheion uniflorum, also sometimes known as Tristagma unflora, is a bulbous plant native to dry and rocky meadows in Argentina. Botanists have recently classified it in the Amaryllidaceae family, which also includes garlic, snowdrops, daffodils, and agapanthus.
Between February and May depending on the region, the 'Tessa' ipheion produces large pale pink star-shaped flowers with darker central veins, perched solitary on stems about 15 cm (6in) high. They give off a subtle honey fragrance. In mild enough climates, the ipheion can even flower during winter. The bluish-green foliage, narrow and elongated, resembles a grass and emits a slight garlic scent when crushed. It appears in autumn and disappears once flowering is finished to enter dormancy. Thus, the plant easily withstands the heat and dryness of summer.
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Despite its South American origins, the ipheion or spring star is very hardy, as long as the soil is perfectly drained; if the bulb remains moist during winter, there is a high risk of rotting. Any sandy and rocky substrate, not too poor, will suit it perfectly, but it particularly appreciates hot and dry climates. It should be noted that in areas heavily invaded by voles, its longevity can be quite low. Its wild and simple nature allows it to find a place in sunny beds (it also tolerates light shade), in rock gardens, or to vegetate maintenance-free slopes in addition to a ground cover like sedums. Once established, the ipheion multiplies very easily and quickly through its numerous bulblets. Associated with daffodils, grape hyacinths, or even Iris bucharica, the 'Tessa' ipheion will form over the years a beautiful spring carpet, constantly renewing with vibrant colours.
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Plant Ipheion uniflorum 'Tessa' in autumn in a sunny or semi-shaded position. Place it in fairly rich, well-drained soil, 8 cm (3in) deep, and space the bulbs 8 cm (3in) apart. They do not require any particular maintenance. You can plant them in a rock garden. During the dormant period in summer, leave them alone, they should not be watered. In colder regions, provide protective mulch. Protect them from slugs and snails, which love young shoots.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
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The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.