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Ipheion uniflorum

Ipheion uniflorum
Iphéon uniflore, Etoile de printemps

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Very cute flowers in the spring

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Adorable bulbous plant forming beautiful mats with bluish-green foliage and small star-shaped flowers, pale lavender blue with a darker central vein from March to May.
Flower size
4 cm
Height at maturity
15 cm
Spread at maturity
10 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -18°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil, Moist soil
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Recommended planting time August to December
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Description

The Ipheion uniflorum or Spring Starflower is an adorable 15cm (6in) tall bulbous plant. It is appreciated for its creeping habit covered with small pale lavender blue star-shaped flowers in March.

Also known as Brodiaea milla or Tristagma, this Ipheion forms a basal clump of 20 to 25cm (8 to 10in) long linear, pale bluish-green leaves, resembling coarse grass.

From March to May, solitary star-shaped flowers in pale lavender blue with a darker middle vein, fading to white, measuring 2 to 4cm (1 to 2in) in diameter, emit a pleasant sweet scent, similar to honey.

The Ipheion uniflorum thrives in a well-drained, light, even slightly dry soil in sunny locations. Divide overcrowded clumps in September. Protect with a light mulch.

The Ipheion uniflorum can be planted in groups of at least 50 bulbs to create an interesting mass effect, or under deciduous bushes with spring flowering, accompanied by perennials or other bulbs such as crocuses or daffodils. It pairs well with Muscari Armeniacum.

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Ipheion uniflorum  (Flowering) Flowering
Ipheion uniflorum  (Foliage) Foliage
Ipheion uniflorum  (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 15 cm
Spread at maturity 10 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour blue
Flowering time March to May
Flower size 4 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Ipheion

Species

uniflorum

Family

Alliaceae

Other common names

Iphéon uniflore, Etoile de printemps

Product reference587220

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Planting and care

The Ipheion uniflorum should be planted before the end of October, at a depth of 4 to 6 cm (2in), spaced 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4in) apart in a light and well-drained soil. It prefers a fairly warm exposure, under a bright but filtered light. Protect with a light mulch. Divide overcrowded clumps in September. They do not require any special maintenance. During their growth period, make sure to water them once or twice a week and apply liquid fertiliser once a month. During the dormancy period, leave them alone. Protect from slugs.

Planting period

Recommended planting time August to December
Planting depth 6 cm

Intended location

Type of use Border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -18°C (USDA zone 7a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 100 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, light and well-drained

Care

Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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