What is a Chincherinchee flower?

Chincherinchee (Ornithogalum thyrsoides) are a bulbous perennial. They are from the Hyacinthaceae family which is native to South Africa. During Spring bright green semi erect strappy foliage starts to emerge forming a clump. Late Spring is when the flowers begin to appear.

How do you grow ornithogalum Thyrsoides?

Plant in spring for summer flowering, plant in fall for spring flowering. Propagate by seed in containers in a cold frame in autumn or spring; for bulb propagation remove offsets when dormant. All parts may cause severe discomfort if ingested, and the sap may irritate skin.

Is Ornithogalum an annual or perennial?

perennial
The orange star plant (Ornithogalum dubium) is a perennial flowering plant belonging to the Asparagaceae family. Also known as the star of Bethlehem and sun star plant, the orange star plant gets its name from its star-shaped, bright orange flowers. Some cultivars may have similarly shaped white flowers.

How do you grow Ornithogalum Umbellatum?

These should be planted at from 7 to 15 cm (3 to 6 inches) deep in the Spring (for summer flowering), or in Autumn (for spring flowering). The bulbs should be planted at about 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 inches) apart into a rich soil. Ornithogalum species are able to grow in both sunny and shady areas of the garden.

What is Wonder flower?

Ornithogalum thyrsoides is a bulbous plant species that is endemic to the Cape Province in South Africa. It is also known by the common names of chinkerinchee or chincherinchee, star-of-Bethlehem or wonder-flower. It produces long-lasting flowers prized as cut flowers.

How do you plant Ornithogalum bulbs?

For best results, grow Ornithogalum umbellatum in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. As a spring-flowering bulb, the bulbs should be planted in autumn for flowers the following year.

How do you propagate an orange star plant?

You can propagate a new orange star easily by planting the offsets that grow profusely at the base of a mature plant. Lift a clump of offsets with a spade or garden fork when the foliage dies down in summer or autumn, then separate the clump into single bulbs.

Where do you plant Ornithogalum?

Pick a spot in your garden that has well-draining soil and gets full sun or partial shade. Plant the Ornithogalum bulbs about 4” deep and 6” apart, placing them in the ground with their pointy ends up. Water well once and wait for spring. After the Ornithogalums have bloomed don’t cut off the foliage.

Is Ornithogalum an outdoor plant?

Perfect for the early summer garden, they are beautiful garden plants and deserve a spot in borders, open woodlands, rockeries or large containers. They also make outstanding cut flowers, lasting 1-3 weeks in a vase.

How do you plant Japanese wonder flowers?

Find a location with well-drained soil. Mirabilis Jalapa like to be planted in full sun or partially-shaded areas. If planting in the garden, plant the bulbs 4-5cm below the soil surface. If planting in Pots, find a container and fill it with good-quality, well-drained multi-purpose potting compost.

Where can I grow Ornithogalum?

Ornithogalum are best planted in a well-drained, loam-based soil within an acidic, alkaline or neutral PH balance. They are best positioned in an area of full sun or part shade. Ornithogalum are well suited to flower beds, borders and containers as well as making an attractive cut flower too.

What soil is good for Ornithogalum flower?

Ornithogalum perform best in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soil.