This crocus-like lemon yellow bulb is a surprising and unusual find in the fall garden. They perform best in sunny, protected locations.
Latin Name
Sternbergia lutea
Family
Amaryllidaceae
Also Known As
Winter Daffodil Yellow Autumnal Amaryllis
Type of Plant
Bulbs
Bloom Season
September - October
Seasons
Fall
Specifications
Max Height: 0.5'
Max Spread: 0.5'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Part Shade
Tolerances
Toxicity
Do not ingest
Colors
Native Range
Mediterranean to central Asia
History
Date of introduction: 1596
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
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