IPHEION 'Alberto Castillo'
Small
Sun
White
Well drained soil
Spring
Winter
RHS Award of Garden Merit
Pollinator friendly
100% Peat Free
Description
Ipheion 'Alberto Castillo'
Height x Spread: 15cm x 30cm
Commonly known as starflower, Ipheion 'Alberto Castillo' is a summer deciduous plant, which means it dies back during the summer. There is no reason to panic though, as the plant will reappear during the following winter. Just remember not to dig it up! This perennial produces masses of dainty white honey scented flowers during late winter and early spring over narrow grass-like, onion scented, green foliage.
Perfect for some very early season colour, this plant thrives in gravel gardens, alpine beds or containers. Just ensure you give it a sunny spot with a moisture retentive, yet well-drained soil.
Available for Mail Order from January - March
Read more about summer deciduous perennials and how you can use them in your garden.
This plant is featured within - Rosy's Planting Plan for a Drought Resistant Border
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