Star-shaped white flowers with green stripes on the back. Star of Bethlehem, naturalizes into drifts that take care of themselves.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Apr to Jun
- USDA Zones
- 4-10
- Sun
- Full Sun or Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 6-12"
- Bloom Colors
- White
✦ Low Maintenance△ Deer Resistant〰 Ground Cover
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About This Name
Ornithogalum umbellatum is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Ornithogalum unambiguously. The genus Ornithogalum places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Ornithogalum, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Ornithogalum umbellatum will give you the most precise results.