star-of-bethlehem
Ornithogalum pyramidale
USDA zones6 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry or moist soil
Size2 to 4 feet tall8 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White/cream
Notes
Star-of-bethlehem (Ornithogalum pyramidale) is a bulb for cut flowers, borders, and fragrant plantings. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist soil. Pyramidal spikes carry pure white, star-shaped flowers with green-striped backs. The flowers face outward and smell sweet. The stems last a long time in a vase, so you can cut them for indoor bouquets.
Pairs well with Virginia sweetspire, Fountain grass, and Yellow iris.