Sternbergia lutea Western Native Fairly columnar and multi-stemmed

Fairly columnar and multi-stemmed

to about 3-4 ft wide to 10 ft or more without pruning

This shade-lover forms an eventual clump to 2' tall x 3' wide

This fig from Sicily produces gorgeous fruit with shiny

with little harm

Sternbergia lutea Western Native Fairly columnar and multi-stemmedA fall bloomer, joining with autumn crocuses to provide cheerful fall color, this Mediterranean native has been cultivated in the US since colonial times. An amaryillis relation, in miniature, to only 6" tall or so, with bright yellow flowers in October. Best in bright, hot spots full sun or just a bit of shade but protected from winter winds and, preferably, from below freezing weather. Easily frost hardy in USDA zone 9 and above; possible with mulch