About
Narthecium ossifragum, the bog asphodel, is a rhizomatous, mat-forming perennial wildflower with flattened, iris-like tufts of leaves to 30 cm and spikes of rich-yellow, star-shaped flowers attractive to bees in summer. The whole plant turns a rich, dark orange in autumn as the red seed capsules ripen. An ornamental native wildflower for a moist, acidic bog garden or pond margin.
About the genus
Narthecium are rhizomatous perennials from boggy, acidic habitats in the Northern Hemisphere with narrow, iris-like leaves and spikes of yellow, star-shaped flowers in summer. Grown in bog gardens and moist, acidic borders.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.