A common star of Bethlehem flower in bloom
A few common star of Bethlehem flowers in front of green foliage
A group of common star of Bethlehem flowers and buds
A common star of Bethlehem flower in bloom
A few common star of Bethlehem flowers in front of green foliage
A group of common star of Bethlehem flowers and buds

Common Star of Bethlehem Bulbs | Ornithogalum umbellatum

  • Perennial flowering plant
  • Quick to establish
  • White flowers April - June
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Common Star of Bethlehem Ornithogalum umbellatum autumn planting bulbs.

This flowering perennial produces an impressive flush of white star-shaped flowers for several weeks from April through to June. It is quick to establish, and to spread, and prefers a sunny site, though will tolerate partial shade. The 10 to 20 flowers on each stem open fully in full sunshine.

Plant your common star of Bethlehem bulbs around 7 - 8 cm below the surface of the soil, and about 7cm apart.

Our bulbs are grown in the UK from British plants.
Binomial Name Ornithogalum umbellatum
Lifecycle Perennial
Colour White
Height Up to 30cm
Soil Type •Moist •Well-draining •Loam •Neutral •Chalky
Habitat •Woodland •Hedgerow •Grassland •Field margins
Sunlight ✔Full sun ✔Partial shade
Best Time to Plant •September •October •November
Flowering Season •April •May •June
Planting Depth 7cm
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