Bulbine lagopus (100 seeds)

Bulbine lagopus (100 seeds)

Family: Asphodelaceae

Common names: Geelkatstert (a).

Tuberous rooted perennial with a clump of semi-cylindrical fleshy leaves from the base. Unbranched flowering stem grows to 60cm. Flowers 6-9mm in diameter with bearded stamens, emerging from papery bracts with jagged edges. Flower in spring to early summer.

Sowing instructions: Seed can be sown throughout the year, but spring or early summer is the best time to do so. This will give the seedlings ample time to establish before winter. Seeds germinate rapidly, usually within one to two weeks. Seedlings grow fast and can be transplanted when they are at an easily manageable size.

Locality: Stanford. Harvest: December 2023