(1/2) Native Leek plant with yellow flowers
(2/2) Native Leek For Sale
Native Leek
Bulbine bulbosaAn edible compact native, grown for its sweet starchy corm. Can be grown in gardens or containers. Prefers a sunny or lightly shaded position in moist soil. Corms are harvested after flowering when the plant dies back. It will reshoot the following Autumn... Read More
Other Names: Bulbine lily, Wild onion, Golden Lily
$15.90
When will it be in Stock?
We previously had the most to buy in Dec and Nov. They are unlikely to be available in Mar and Apr.
Specifications of Native Leek
Preferred Climate Subtropical, Warm Temperate, Cool TemperateLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From RhizomeLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 0-1m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Yes
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