Overview

Whiteheadia bifolia Nardouwsberg is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Whiteheadia, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Whiteheadia bifolia Nardouwsberg grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ornamental.

About

Whiteheadia bifolia Nardouwsberg is a clump-forming cultivar of the genus Whiteheadia, belonging to the Asparagaceae family. This evergreen plant thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is best grown ornamentally during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through seed or division.

About the genus

Massonia is a genus of bulbous perennial flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Scilloideae. It is native to southern Africa, and is found in localities such as Namaqualand with hot and dry summers, being dormant in summer and growing during winter. The genus Whiteheadia has been merged into Massonia.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Whiteheadia

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Whiteheadia bifolia Nardouwsberg size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Clump-forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Ornamental

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Whiteheadia bifolia Nardouwsberg

Propagation

Seed, division

Pest resistance

Susceptible to mealybugs and aphids

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions