A clump-forming, nearly evergreen, bulbous perennial with narrow green leaves. Produces a tall spike of star-shaped deep purple-blue or white flowers in early summer. Max Height 15cm to 30cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. Harmful if eaten.
Scilla peruviana
A clump-forming, nearly evergreen, bulbous perennial with narrow green leaves. Produces a tall spike of star-shaped deep purple-blue or white flowers in early summer.
Category: Bulbs
Additional information
Generic | Scilla |
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Species | peruviana |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | blue, purple, white |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 15cm, 30cm |
Family | Hyacinthaceae |
Spread | 10cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Frost hardy |
Planting | |
Care | |
Border | Under planting |
Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
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