Ipheion is a collection of bulbs that bear star-shaped spring flowers in blue, white or purple. After flowering it dies back for the summer. Likes a protected location, with filtered light and well drained soil. They are best planted in the fall and make a good container plant in a cold greenhouse.
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Characteristics
Cultivar: n/aFamily: Liliaceae
Size: Height: 0.5 ft. to 0.67 ft.
Width: 0.5 ft. to 0.67 ft.
Plant Category: bulbous plants,
Plant Characteristics: low maintenance,
Foliage Characteristics: medium leaves,
Flower Characteristics: erect, single,
Flower Color: blues, purples, whites,
Tolerances:
Requirements
Bloomtime Range: Early Spring to Late Spring
USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 to 9
AHS Heat Zone: Not defined for this plant
Light Range: Dappled to Dappled
pH Range: 6 to 7.5
Soil Range: Sandy Loam to Clay Loam
Water Range: Normal to Moist
Plant Care
Fertilizing
How-to : Fertilization for Annuals and Perennials Annuals and perennials may be fertilized using: 1.water-soluble, quick release fertilizers; 2. temperature controlled slow-release fertilizers; or 3. organic fertilizers such as fish emulsion. Water soluble fertilizers are generally used every two weeks during the growing season or per label instructions. Controlled, slow-release fertilizers are worked into the soil ususally only once during the growing season or per label directions. For organic fertilizers such as fish emulsion, follow label directions as they may vary per product.
Light
Conditions : Dappled Light Dappled Light refers to a dappled pattern of light created on the ground, as cast by light passing through high tree branches. This is the middle ground, not considered shady, but not sunny either. Dappled remains constant throughout the day.
Watering
Conditions : Moist and Well Drained Moist and well drained means exactly what it sounds like. Soil is moist without being soggy because the texture of the soil allows excess moisture to drain away. Most plants like about 1 inch of water per week. Amending your soil with compost will help improve texture and water holding or draining capacity. A 3 inch layer of mulch will help to maintain soil moisture and studies have shown that mulched plants grow faster than non-mulched plants.
Planting
How-to : Plant Bulbs It's time to plant bulbs.
Problems
Miscellaneous
Glossary : BulbsA bulb is a modified, underground stem.