Star of Bethlehem
Ornithogalum regale
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Bulb Propagation,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 10
Flowers:
Cream to light green Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Star of Bethlehem requires adequate moisture at all times of the year. It does best with weekly watering and should be thoroughly soaked at that time. Water the soil thoroughly (without allowing the soil to become soggy); allow the soil to dry 1-2 inches deep before rewatering. Watering should be done in the morning or early afternoon to avoid disease problems. During summer, it may be necessary to water more frequently in warmer climates as the soil can dry quickly. During the winter, watering may not be necessary if the soil does not dry out.
sunlight
It should be placed in an area where it will receive a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight each day with full sun best. It is best to place the plant in an area where it will receive morning sun, as the afternoon sun can be too intense. If the plant is placed in full sun, it is best to provide some afternoon shade to prevent scorching of the leaves.
pruning
Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum regale) can be pruned right after it has finished flowering. It is better to prune off the deadheads and prune the stems back to the basal rosette to encourage new growth. It is important not to prune too aggressively or the plant may not recover. For maintenance pruning, it is recommended to prune 1-third of the old stems in early spring. This will help promote new growth and help keep the overall size of the plant in check.
