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Asphodeline lutea

King's Spear (Jacob's Rod or Asphodel)

Fragrant flowers rise above narrow, grass-like, gray-green foliage. Flowers give way to green seed pods that mature to an attractive brown.

  • »  Clumps of narrow grass-like gray-green foliage
  • »  Tall spikes rise above the foliage and bear fragrant yellow flowers
  • »  Attractive green seed pods are left after flowering, maturing to brown in colour
  • »  Excellent cut flower, fresh or dried
  • »  Bloom Time: May to June
  • »  Flower Height: 90 cm
  • »  Foliage Height: 30 cm

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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:80-120 cm
  • Spread:30-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: Yellow
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Slow
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Fragrant
• Seed
Flowering Time
• Spring
• Lt. Spr-Sum
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Gray
• Green
Landscape uses
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Asphodeline lutea

Rhizomatous perennial best planted in groups requiring little maintenance. Easy to grow in full sun and an average, well-drained soil, in a protected area. Winter mulching is recommended.