Bulbine Lily
B. bulbosa
Traditional food plant often called a native Leek, this perennial has densely tufted grey-green leaves with fragrant bright yellow star shaped flowers. Native to eastern Australia, this plant is frost hardy and will tolerate drying out in Summer. Used as a rockery plant, but equally can be grown in moist to boggy conditions.

Mature Height: 40cm
Mature Width:  40cm

Position: Full Sun / Part Shade

Water Zone: 2 (for pond edges or bog areas)

Preferred Soil Type: Any. We recommend using Premium Potting Mix if potted. If adding plants to a pond that contains fish, we recommend using garden soil or potting mix with no added fertilisers. Then add a layer of pebbles to keep the soil from washing away.

Landscape Uses: Aquatic Garden, Rockery, Mass Planting, Hedging, Screening, Courtyard, Container / Pot, Under Trees, Cut Flowers

Ongoing Care: Frost hardyKeep moist, particularly in dry periods. Watch for snails and slugs. Liquid feed and mulch if in garden or pot. Slow-release fertiliser annually or as needed. We recommend Campbells Rustica Plus Fertiliser. Fertilisers not generally needed if plant is in a pond that contains live fish.

Decorative Planter Pots & Baskets shown in some photos with plants are not included in price but can be purchased separately.

Photos of plants shown on our website are a good representation of the actual plant for sale. Sometimes the actual plant for sale is shown, however, as we have hundreds of plants for sale, this is not always possible. Plants are living things, so the appearance of the plant on our website may differ slightly to the one you purchase. Every plant is unique, and their growth is seasonal.

Bulbine Lily