About
Anthericum suffruticosum is a woody-based Anthericum from southern Africa, producing grassy leaves and slender racemes of white, star-shaped flowers in summer. An ornamental and interesting perennial for a sunny, well-drained border.
About the genus
Anthericum are clump-forming perennials with fleshy roots, grassy or strap-shaped basal leaves and erect, slender racemes of white, star-shaped flowers in late spring and summer. Elegant border perennials for sunny, well-drained positions.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Gravel garden
Native toEurope, SW Asia
Care notes
CultivationIdeally grow in soil that is moist but well-drained in summer and well-drained over winter. Full sun is essential
PruningSeed spikes are attractive and can be left, or cut back to prevent self-seeding
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in spring or autumn or propagate by division in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free