Asphodel Asphodeline lutea

ABOUT
A. lutea is a clump-forming perennial with narrow, channelled leaves and fragrant bright yellow flowers to 3cm across, in dense racemes in late spring
Plant Info
Care
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About this plant
Names
Family
Asphodelaceae
Synonyms
asphodel flower of the dead Jacob's rod king's spear yellow asphodel see more
Common names
Asphodeline flava, Asphodelus luteus
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
1-1.5 metres
Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H4
Light
Full Sun
Pruning
Although you can cut back flower stems after flowering the seedheads are attractive so can be left
Soil
SoilChalk, Loam, Sand
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Banks and Slopes Flower borders and beds Gravel Garden Mediterranean Climate Plants
Propogation
Propagate by seed, sown in pots in a cold frame in spring or propagate by division after flowering
Pests
Generally pest free
Diseases
Generally disease free
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