Asphodeline lutea - P9

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * fragrant flowers * evergreen

Growth habit
Upright, stoloniferous, clump-forming.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour! - If the plant is watered less frequently, but thoroughly and penetratingly, the roots are encouraged to penetrate deeper into the soil. This helps the plant to survive dry periods. - The plant must be protected from winter moisture.

Flower
Asphodeline lutea forms star-shaped, yellow flowers arranged in spikes from April. These exude a pleasant fragrance.

Use
Cut, bee pasture, steppe garden, scented garden