High Country Gardens
Charlotte Bishop Spring Starflower
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking deer-resistant spring color.
The Charlotte Bishop Spring Starflower (Ipheion 'Charlotte Bishop') brings a beautiful pink hue to your garden in early to mid-spring. Reaching 6 to 10 inches tall, this perennial is recognized for its superior pink coloration within the Star Flower genus. These bulbs are shipped in fall, optimized for planting in your specific growing zone. They flourish in well-drained, compost-enriched soil and are resistant to deer and rabbits, ensuring a resilient and attractive garden display.
$15.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
726
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#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-32%
Below average
Mature Height
610
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Low-maintenance gardeners seeking self-spreading, resilient ground cover
- Early-season enthusiasts craving vibrant, cold-hardy floral displays
- Rural homeowners dealing with hungry deer and rodent populations
Who should skip it
- Landscapers looking for tall, high-impact focal point specimens
- Gardeners wanting year-round lush, consistent foliage coverage
- Minimalists managing tight, formal, or small-scale garden beds
Performance breakdown
Color Vibrancy
Stands out as a premier pink variety within the Starflower genus.
Pest Resilience
Reliably deters deer and rabbits from snacking on your spring display.
Ease of Cultivation
Low-maintenance perennial that thrives with minimal intervention in well-drained soil.
Hardiness Range
Versatile enough to perform consistently across zones five through nine.
Planting Density
Requires sixteen bulbs per square foot for a truly lush carpet.
Seasonal Impact
Provides a welcome burst of early color when most gardens sleep.
Key Specs
Mature Height
6-10 inches
Flower Bulb Size
4 cm
Planting Depth
2-4 inches
Spacing
16 bulbs per sq. ft.
Ships As
Bulb
Hardiness Zones
5-9
Package Quantity
30 bulbs per bag
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun to Full Shade
Features
- Vibrant pink blooms in early spring
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Perennial for long-lasting beauty
- Easy to grow in well-drained soil
- Optimized planting time for your zone
- Guaranteed to arrive in good condition
What customers say
Customers consistently celebrate the exceptional quality of the Charlotte Bishop Spring Starflower. Reviewers frequently note that the plants arrive healthy and robust, packaged with great care, ensuring successful transplanting. The primary delight centers on the reliability of its vibrant, star shaped blooms which establish quickly and return faithfully each spring. Gardeners appreciate the plant's hardiness and the beautiful, dependable color it adds to the landscape, confirming its status as a highly valued addition to perennial beds.
Know before you buy
These bulbs perform best in partial sun to full shade. They are an excellent choice for brightening up areas of your garden that don't receive direct, all-day sunlight.
You should plant the bulbs at a depth of 2 to 4 inches. Ensure the soil is well-drained and enriched with compost to give them the best start for spring growth.
Yes, Ipheion 'Charlotte Bishop' is known for being resistant to both deer and rabbits. This makes them a reliable choice for gardens where wildlife pressure is a common concern.
For a lush, carpeted look, we recommend a spacing of 16 bulbs per square foot. Since they come in a package of 30, one bag will cover approximately two square feet.
Yes, the Charlotte Bishop Spring Starflower is a perennial. Once established in the right conditions, you can expect them to return and bloom each early to mid-spring.
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