Ipheion (syn. Tristagma) uniflorum 'Alberto Castillo', Spring Star Flower

An alpine from Argentina and Uruguay, subsequently naturalized in Great Britain, France, Australia, and New Zealand, Ipheion is a short, honey-scented, clumping collection of sparkling six-pointed stars in early to mid-spring. Plant amongst grass or at the front of borders, in swathes, or in pots and stand back and simply delight in them.

Mature size: 3 to 6 inches tall.

Minimum temperature: -20º F