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CHARLOTTE BISHOP SPRING STARFLOWER bulbs
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Ipheion uniflorum ‘Charlotte Bishop’ is a charming, sweetly scented spring starflower producing pretty pink, star-shaped blooms — deep pink on opening, fading gracefully as they mature in the sun. Vigorous and freely naturalizing in well-drained soils. A superb choice for borders, rock gardens, lawns, woodland gardens, and containers. Bee and butterfly (pollinator) friendly. Animal resistant. Hardy in zones 5–9. Bulb size 4+ cm circumference.
Plant Highlights
- Sweetly scented pink star-shaped blooms — deep pink on opening, fading gracefully in sun
- Vigorous naturalizer in well-drained soils; excellent for borders and mass planting
- Superb in lawns and throughout the woodland garden
- Bee and butterfly (pollinator) friendly; animal resistant; good cut flower
- Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9
- Bulb size: 4+ cm circumference
Planting Guide
When to plant: Autumn or winter.
Location: Half sun to partial shade; sheltered from high winds. Well-drained, fertile soil. If puddles remain 5–6 hours after heavy rain, amend with compost, peat moss, or ground bark to improve drainage.
Depth & spacing: Plant bulbs 4 inches apart, 4 inches deep, with the slightly pointed end facing upward.
After planting: Water well to settle soil around bulbs. Roots form within 1–2 weeks; foliage emerges the following spring.
Care Guide
In bloom: Feel free to cut flower stems for bouquets — fertilize lightly after cutting to support future seasons.
After bloom: Leave foliage in place until it yellows and dies back naturally — it feeds the bulb through photosynthesis. Water ~1 inch per week during active growth.
Dormancy: When foliage yellows, remove it and reduce watering. Bulbs prefer drier conditions while dormant. Water once in autumn with a diluted water-soluble fertilizer to support root development for next spring.
Container Planting
Use good quality, well-drained potting mix in containers with adequate drainage holes. Plant bulbs 4 inches deep, pointy end up, close together (about 1 inch apart) for the best display. Site in full sun; water and care as above.
Planting Specs
- Common name: Spring Starflower, Starflower
- Botanical name: Ipheion uniflorum ‘Charlotte Bishop’
- Bloom color: Pink (deep on opening, fading with maturity)
- Bloom time: April–May
- Height: 3–6 inches
- Bulb size: 4+ cm circumference
- USDA Zones: Hardy 5–9
- Light: Half sun to partial shade
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained
- Planting time: Autumn or winter
- Spacing: 4 inches | Depth: 4 inches
- Special features: Bee & pollinator friendly, good cut flower, animal resistant
- Use: Borders, rock gardens, lawns, woodland gardens, containers
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