The Plant of the Week Star of Bethlehem Ornithogalum arabicum
The Star of Bethlehem is a bulb type plant that produces upright clusters of fragrant 1-2" flowers in early summer. Ornithogalums can be grown in containers or as a House Plant These plants grow best in full sun but will tolerate partial shade in hotter regions. Well draining soil is essential or the bulbs may rot rather than blooming.
The Star of Bethlehem is hardy in USDA zones 7-9.