Leucocoryne
("Glory-of-the-sun")
Leucocoryne have a striking appearance and a beautiful fragrance that, combined with their long-lasting flowers, make them perfect to use as cutflowers. The saucer-shaped flowers are about 1" / 2.5 cm across. Clusters of 6-9 of them will form on each willowy stem and will last for several weeks. Their foliage is long, narrow and grass-like. Ideal bulbs for rockgardens, pots & containers or in small seasonal beds.
What You Need To Know Before You Plant:
When Will This Flower Bloom?
Early - Mid Summer
When Should I Buy and Plant These Bulbs?
Spring
What Kind of Light Does This Bulb Prefer?
Full sun to partial shade
What Color Will the Flower Be?
See 'popular varieties'
How Far Apart Should I Plant These Bulbs?
3 in / 8 cm
How Deep Should I Dig?
2 in / 5 cm
How Tall Will It Grow?
18-22 in / 45-55 cm
Recommended Number of Bulbs Per Square Foot?
15
Is It Deer/Critter Resistant?
Yes
How Can I Best Use It in My Landscaping?
In rockgardens, small seasonal beds, containers or as cutflowers.
Other Popular Varieties
'Andes' (purple-pink), 'Blue Ocean' (blue, white heart), 'Dione' (lilac-blue, white heart), 'Sunny Stripe' (white & purple) and 'White Dream' (white).
About the Family
Leucocoryne Family
They grow wild in the foothills of the Andes along the entire length of Chile.
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