About
A perennial to 10cm in height, with narrow, light green leaves and erect stems bearing solitary, aromatic, lilac-blue flowers 3-4cm in width.
About the genus
Ipheion are small bulbous perennials with onion-scented, narrowly strap-shaped leaves and sweet-scented star-shaped flowers in late winter and spring
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeBulbs
HabitTufted
FoliageDeciduous
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants, City and courtyard gardens, Rock garden
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationPlant 8cm deep in autumn in moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil that does not dry out. Provide protective winter mulch in colder areas
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed, sown in pots in a cold frame when ripe or by division in summer when dormant
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free