Asphodelus Macrocarpus

Asphodelus Macrocarpus Care

Asphodelus Macrocarpus

Other names: Big-pod Asphodel

What is the plant

Asphodelus macrocarpus grows to a height of 60–150 centimetres (24–59 in). The stem is erect, plain, cylindrical and glabrous. ... The flowers are hermaphroditic, funnel-shaped, about 4 centimetres (1.6 in) of diameter, with six elongated white petals. The stamens have a white filament of about 17 mm.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

4°C - 14°C

Hardiness zone

max 6

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Pruning
Cut back faded flower stems or leave for attractive seedheads.
Fertilizer
Feed with a slow-release or organic fertilizer formulated for blooming plants.
Sunlight
Full Sun

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Soil
Grow Asphodels in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Does not tolerate heavy, poorly-drained soil. Irrigate occasionally to very little in coastal gardens. It is considered hardy to USDA zone 6.
Temperature
It is considered hardy to USDA zone 6. It tolerates temperature down to 14ºF (-10ºC).
Additional
Asphodelus is often seen in great numbers in areas subjected to grazig as they are generally unpalatable to livestock. The swollen roots of this plant are toxic. The flowers are hermaphroditic, funnel-shaped, about 4 centimetres (1.6 in) of diameter, with six elongated white petals. The stamens have a white filament of about 17 mm.