Vogelmelk - Ornithogalum saundersiae
The Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum Saundersiae) is a bulbous plant that originates from South-Africa. This variety has cream star-shaped flowers with noticeable black stamen. The nickname Star of Bethlehem comes from the star shape of the flowers, named after the star that appeared above the place Jesus was born. You plant the Star of Bethlehem in your border, but it is also very suitable for planting in a pot. It is also very popular as a cut flower in bouquets.
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The Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum Saundersiae) is a bulbous plant that originates from South-Africa. This variety has cream star-shaped flowers with noticeable black stamen. The nickname Star of Bethlehem comes from the star shape of the flowers, named after the star that appeared above the place Jesus was born. You plant the Star of Bethlehem in your border, but it is also very suitable for planting in a pot. It is also very popular as a cut flower in bouquets.
| Attracting bees and butterflies | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bulb/tuber size | 16/18 |
| Bulb type | Ornithogalum |
| Deer and rodent resistant | No |
| Flower colour | White |
| Flowering and growth height | 36 - 40 inch |
| Flowering period | July, August, September |
| Hardiness zone | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Hardy | Yes |
| Naturalising | No |
| Per package | 2 |
| Place / Planting position | Sun |
| Plant depth | 4 - 4.7 inch |
| Planting distance | 4 - 4.7 inch |
| Scented | No |
| Suitable as cut flower | Yes |
| Suitable for pots and planters | No |
