{"product_id":"ja-galtonia-viridiflora-green-flowered-galtonia","title":"Galtonia viridiflora (Green-flowered Galtonia) Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGaltonia viridiflora\u003c\/em\u003e, often called the green-flowered galtonia, is an unusual bulbous perennial valued for its tall stems and soft green bell-shaped flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe arching flower stems carry graceful racemes of pale green blooms in late summer, bringing subtle colour and height to sunny garden borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 100cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–40cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e pale green\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e late summer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or light shade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eGaltonia viridiflora\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGaltonia viridiflora\u003c\/em\u003e grows from bulbs and forms clumps of narrow strap-shaped foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn late summer, tall arching stems emerge carrying clusters of softly coloured bell-shaped flowers. The pale green tones create a subtle display that blends easily with many planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe flowers hang gently from the stems and move lightly in the breeze, adding movement to garden borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis species is less common than the white-flowered \u003cem\u003eGaltonia candicans\u003c\/em\u003e, making it a good choice for gardeners seeking unusual bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSynonyms include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eGaltonia candicans\u003c\/em\u003e 'Viridiflora'\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrnithogalum viridiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGaltonia viridiflora\u003c\/em\u003e contributes to pollinator-friendly planting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers can attract visiting insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides nectar during late summer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdds diversity to wildlife-friendly borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant with other late-season flowering plants to extend nectar sources for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Green-flowered Galtonia\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSunny garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixed perennial beds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCottage garden planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge patio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe tall stems look particularly effective when planted in groups.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant bulbs in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny or lightly shaded location.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant bulbs about 10–15cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpace bulbs around 25–30cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse fertile soil with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater during dry periods while plants establish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeave bulbs in place where possible so clumps can develop and increase in size.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eGaltonia viridiflora\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRare pale green bell-shaped flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTall elegant stems for late summer interest\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnusual colour for garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for borders and containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy to grow perennial bulb\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want something a little different in the late summer garden, \u003cem\u003eGaltonia viridiflora\u003c\/em\u003e offers elegant green flowers and graceful height in sunny planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Bulb","offer_id":57516500681091,"sku":"JA-G2580","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":57516500713859,"sku":"JA-G2580x10","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":57516500746627,"sku":"JA-G2580x100","price":349.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Viridiflora.jpg?v=1773069417","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-galtonia-viridiflora-green-flowered-galtonia","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}