Bulbine natalensis Dianthus Our precious pollinators need somewhere

Our precious pollinators need somewhere safe to lay their eggs

Terminal clusters of small pale mauve flowers

The leaves have a nutty flavour and a slight taste of cucumber

Bronze Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare 'Purpureum') is a wonderful culinary herb where the leaves

Bulbine natalensis Dianthus Our precious pollinators need somewhereDescription Bulbine natalensis, Rooiwortel Evergreen perennial, Ht. 60cm 1m, spread 1 1. 5m. Dense clumps of succulent, lance shaped fleshy, green leaves with attractive clusters of star shaped yellow in the summer. Want to know more? For hardiness, soil types, planting location and growing advice, please see our Jekkapedia entry. For more information please see Jekka's blog or our FAQs page. Available as Rooiwortel herb plants are available: A 2