Ipheion

(i·phei·on | \ ' ī-fee-ən \)

Also Known As:

Triteleia, Mexican Star, Spring Starflower

	When to Plant:
	Fall

	Blooms:
	Spring

	Light Requirements:
	Full Sun to Partial Shade

	Plant Height:
	3-10"

	Hardiness Zones:
	Grow as Perennial in zones 5-9. Grow as Annual elsewhere. Find Your Zone

	Planting Depth:
	2-3"

	Plant Spacing:
	3-4"

	Plant Type:
	Bulb

About

Ipheion produces dainty, star-shaped flowers that create 'constellations' of blooms in the spring garden. This best kept secret of spring naturalizes well and produces grass-like foliage that multiplies and spreads along with its twinkling flowers. Its foliage has an onion scent when crushed.

Highlights

Fragrant
Deer & critter resistant
Perfect for patio containers, borders and rock gardens
Naturalizes well
Long-blooming

Planting Care & Instructions

Plant in the fall, before the first frost hardens the soil. Dig a hole to the required depth. Place bulb in hole, pointed side up. Cover with soil and water thoroughly. Mulch in extreme climates.

For container planting, bury the bulb three times as deep as the bulb is wide. In zones 6 and below, you will need to protect your bulb containers. Place them near the foundation of the house or other structure. In zones 3-5, place the container in an unheated garage or shed.

After blooming, leave the bulbs in place so plants can clump or reseed. Divide only when containers or planting spaces become too crowded. Propogate in the fall by division after they have been chilled for four weeks in a moist medium.

Refer to the USDA Planting Zone Map to find your zone.

Growing Tips

Naturalize under deciduous trees and shrubs. Foliage will remain until warm weather and may reappear in fall.

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