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Bulb name & Description
Polianthes produce beautiful, perfumed blooms that are used in fragrance-making and they are exceptional cut flowers.
Common name
tuberose
Family name
Asparagaceae
Level of Difficulty
Easy
Indigenous
No
Edible
No
Natural Habitat
Warm and tropical climates
Planting time
Spring to early summer
Type
True bulb
Mature height
70cm
How to plant
Position them in full sun and loosen the soil to a depth of about 20cm. Plant in well-draining soil at a depth of 5cm and 10cm apart (closer in pots). Water every three to four days for 10 minutes, provided it hasn't rained. Every 2-3 days in pots.
Flowering time
December to February
Disclaimer
Not for consumption. Keep away from children and pets.
