Ipheion uniflorum

spring starflower

Family	Alliaceae
Plant Type	"bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone	USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in)
Spread	5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	The "bulb, corm or tuber" Ipheion uniflorum (spring starflower) bears showy, mauve and fragrant blossoms during mid spring. The foliage is dark green in colour and fragrant.
Typical Uses	Cut flowers.
Cautions	Be advised that Ipheion uniflorum (spring starflower) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.