blue stars
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A clump-forming rhizomatous perennial with erect, sword shaped evergreen leaves and loosely-branched spikes of blue saucer-shaped flowers in summer.
Scientific classification
- Species
- blue stars (Aristea ecklonii)
- Genus
- Aristea
- Family
- Iridaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of blue stars
Distribution map
C and Southern Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of blue stars
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blue stars care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningCut faded flower spikes to the base. Remove older, untidy leaves.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed (indoors) at 15-20°C in spring or autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in a well-drained, loamy soil in full sun. Will need winter protection in all but the most sheltered gardens.
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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