Bellwort
Uvularia Grandiflora
Overview
Uvularia grandiflora, commonly known as Bellwort or Large-flowered Bellwort, is a charming woodland perennial reaching 12-18 inches in height. It boasts pendulous, bell-shaped yellow flowers up to 2 inches long in spring. Its lance-shaped leaves clasp the stem, giving a twisted appearance. Preferring partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soils, Bellwort adds a delicate, naturalistic accent to shade gardens. USDA Zones 3-9.
Culture
- Sun
- Deep Shade, Shade
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 4–9
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 1–1.5 Ft.
- Mature width
- 1–1.5 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Bulb, Perennial
- Family
- Colchicaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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