Bulbine Orange

Bulbine 'Orange' is a clump-forming perennial known for its slender, succulent-like foliage and spikes of star-shaped orange flowers that bloom generously from spring through fall. The bright blooms rise above the grass-like leaves on tall stems and are beloved by bees and butterflies. Bulbine's tidy, low-maintenance nature makes it a favorite in water-wise landscapes.

Common Name: Orange Bulbine

Botanical Name: Bulbine frutescens (orange cultivar)

Type: Perennial (in warm zones), grown as annual elsewhere

Native Range

Native to South Africa, particularly in dry, rocky grasslands and scrub regions.

Adapted to hot, arid climates and poor soils—great for xeriscaping.

USDA Hardiness Zones

Zones 9–11: Grows as a perennial, evergreen in mild winters

Zones 8 and colder, treat as an annual or container plant that can be overwintered indoors

Mature Size

Height: 12–18 inches (up to 24" in bloom)

Spread: 18–24 inches; soft mound with upright flower spikes

Growing Conditions

Light: Full sun (best flowering); tolerates part shade but may bloom less

Soil: Sandy or loamy soil, well-draining is key

Water: Drought-tolerant once established; water deeply but infrequently

Fertilizer: Light feeder—optional monthly feeding in containers with a balanced fertilizer

Care Tips

Deadhead to encourage continuous blooms

Cut back lightly in late winter or early spring to freshen the plant

Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor

Deer and rabbit resistant

Landscape & Garden Uses

Pollinator gardens – attracts bees and butterflies

Rock gardens and xeriscapes – thrives in tough conditions

Borders, edging, and medians – tidy form and long bloom time

Containers and hanging baskets – great spill-over texture

Erosion control – roots stabilize sandy or sloped soil

 

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We WILL NOT refund the purchase of or the shipping cost of live plants purchased with the intent to be shipped to states that do not authorize importing live plants or to states with restrictions! Purchases to these states will be held for 30 days for pick-up at our Slidell, Louisiana store and the shipping cost associated with these purchases will be held for the care of the plant while waiting to be picked up. All sales are final. If the plant(s) purchased are not picked up within 30 days from the date of order, these items will be returned to our sales inventory and you WILL NOT be refunded. Thank you for understanding these policies.

Due to regulations, certain states have restrictions on importing plants. Please review the list below to ensure you're not attempting to order any restricted plants in your area.

**Important Note:** We do not ship any plants outside the U.S.

State-Specific Restrictions - We ARE NOT responsible for any plant(s) that are not listed in these restrictions. Purchaser bears all responsibility for making sure the plant(s) they desire to purchase are not banned from being imported to the shipping state:

Arizona: Juglans spp.  

California: Castanea spp., Juglans spp., Pinus spp., Quercus spp.  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

Georgia: Vaccinium spp.

Hawaii: Pinus spp. 

Idaho: Humulus lupulus, Mentha spp., Vitis spp.

Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

Kansas: Juglans spp.

Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

Mentha spp. 

New Jersey: Rosa spp.  

New York: Vitis spp.  

Oregon: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Quercus spp., Sambucus nigra, Ulmus spp., Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.

Texas: Juglans spp. 

Washington: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.  

Wisconsin: Abies spp., Pinus spp., Picea spp., Mentha spp. 

Additionally, we cannot ship plants in soil medium to the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, HI, ID, KS, MS, MT, ND, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA.