asphodel
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A clump-forming perennial, to 1m tall, with broad, linear, thick, leathery leaves. In mid- and late spring it bears branched spires of star-shaped, white flowers, sometimes flushed with pink, followed by spherical green seed pods
Scientific classification
- Species
- asphodel (Asphodelus aestivus)
- Genus
- Asphodelus
- Family
- Asphodelaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Tufted
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of asphodel
Distribution map
C and Southern Portugal to SW and Central Spain, Canary Islands Southern Europe. Northern Africa, Turkey.
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of asphodel
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asphodel 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
PruningFlower stems can be cut back after flowering, or left to display the attractive seed pods
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed, sown in pots in a cold frame in spring or by division after flowering
Growing
GrowingGrow in moderately-fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Can die back in heavy, poorly-drained soil
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease free
Pests
Prone to aphids
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