Chincherinchee, Ornithogalum (Random Colors) - Bulbs

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Description

Showy plant with beautiful large long lasting flowers, ideal for growing in pots.

The common name of the genus, Star-of-Bethlehem, is based on its star-shaped flowe The genus Ornithogalum contains about 180 species. The genus is characterized by long linear to oblong-lanceolate (lance-shaped) leaves. The bulbs are ovoid with free or concrescent scales.

These are white or off-white with green or brown shading in the centre, which fades over time. These flowers last a long time, once open, and bend towards the light. The leaves are fleshy and sword-shaped, and the only number about six per stalk. They feel soft and smooth to the touch.
Common Name Star-of-Bethlehem, Wonder Flower, Chincherinchee
Height Up to 24 inches
Flower Colour Any color
Bloom Time Summer
Difficulty Level Easy to grow

Planting and care

  • Water a plant when the soil feels dry to touch
  • Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering for the winter & rainy season
  • Try to water the plants in the morning around 8-10am
  • You should remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and throw in the garbage collector
  • You should fertilize a plant at planting time and growing season
  • Mulch the plant with organic matter

Chincherinchee care

  • Sowing season of Chincherinchee bulb is in the spring and summer season
  • Choose a location in full sun and be sure the soil is well drained
  • Use the potting mix for bulb plantation as Garden soil + Compost + Perlite + Sand (2:2:1:1)Soil + Cocopeat + vermicompost (2:1:2)
Sunlight Full to partial sunlight
Watering Moderately
Soil Well-drained soil
Temperature 20 to 30 degrees C
Fertilizer Apply any organic fertilizer.

Chincherinchee special feature

Long-lasting flowers

Chincherinchee uses

Ornamental Use:

  • The flowers bed are so much pretty to add your garden
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