Bulbine Bulbosa

Botanical Name: Bulbine bulbosa Common Names: Bulbine Lily, Native: Yes Foliage Type: Evergreen Plant Type: Herbs & Vegetables, Palms, Ferns & Tropical Plant Habit: Tufting, Upright

Description: Native grass-like perennial shrub with long narrow foliage and small yellow star-like flowers which sit on large spikes throughout spring and summer. Bulbine bulbosa produces edible corms that can be roasted but all other parts of this plant are toxic and should not be eaten. Grows approx 70cm tall x 40cm wide. Great for garden beds or containers.

Mature Height: 60cm-1m Position: Full Sun, Semi Shade Mature Width: 30-60cm Soil Type: Well Drained

Family Name: Xanthorrhoeaceae Landscape Use(s): Bush Tucker, Edible Garden, Habitat, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Container / Pot Origin: Australia

Characteristics: Pest & Diseases: Generally trouble free Foliage Colours: Green, Grey Flower Colours: Yellow Flower Fragrant: No Cultural Notes: Minimal maintenance required. Prefers water often. Flowering Season: Spring, Summer Fruit: No Plant Care: Requirements: Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well Growth Rate: Moderate Maintenance Level: Low Water Usage: High

Tolerances: Drought: Medium / Moderate Frost: High Wind: High

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