Overview
Stypandra glauca is a plant with a tufted perennial habit in the genus Stypandra, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Stypandra glauca grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include border plant and ground cover.
About
Stypandra glauca, commonly known as the nodding blue lily, is a flowering plant in the family Asphodelaceae. It is a rhizomatous perennial plant with blue lily-like flowers with yellow stamens.
About the genus
Stypandra is a small genus of rhizomatous perennials in the family Asphodelaceae, subfamily Hemerocallidoideae. They are native to Australia and New Caledonia.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Stypandra
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Stypandra glauca size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Tufted perennial
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Border plant, ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Stypandra glauca
- Propagation
- Seed, division in autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Stypandra glauca?
Stypandra glauca prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Stypandra glauca need?
Stypandra glauca grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Stypandra glauca hardy in the UK?
Stypandra glauca has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Stypandra glauca?
Seed, division in autumn.