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Products > Ipheion uniflorum 'Wisley Blue'
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| Category: Bulb/Tuber/Rhizome etc. |
| Family: Amaryllidaceae (Onions) |
| Origin: Argentina (South America) |
| Flower Color: Light Steel Blue |
| Bloomtime: Spring |
| Height: <1 foot |
| Width: 1-2 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: <15° F |
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Ipheion uniflorum 'Wisley Blue' (Spring Star Flower) - This bulb from Argentina gets its common name from the profusion of pale blue flowers borne in early spring. In its native habitat it literally covers the banks of rivers and streams and is quite a sight to see. Blue-green leaves are flattish and smell like onions when bruised. The star-shaped flowers, about 1 1/2 inches across, are borne on 6-8 inch stems. It is easy to grow and will naturalize readily. It is hardy below 15 degrees. 'Wisley Blue' has similar growth habit and requirements as the species, but has pale silvery blue flowers that have a dark midrib. Plant in full sun to light shade. Prefers summer dormancy without irrigation but tolerates summer water if soil drains.
The information displayed on this page about Ipheion uniflorum 'Wisley Blue' is based on our research conducted about this plant from books in our nursery library as well as from information that is provided by reliable online resources. We also have included our own observations made about it as it grew in the nursery gardens and other gardens visited, as well how the crops of this plant performed in the containers when we had them in our nursery field. We also include comments received from others and welcome hearing from anyone who has information about this plant, particularly if it includes cultural information aiding others to better grow it.
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