Scilla peruviana 'Sapphire Blue' (Caribbean Jewels Series)
Portuguese squill bulbs
This gorgeous Portuguese squill forms a basal cluster of slender green leaves, from which upright stems are jettisoned in late spring or...
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Plant description
This gorgeous Portuguese squill forms a basal cluster of slender green leaves, from which upright stems are jettisoned in late spring or early summer, each crowned with masses of star-like, violet-blue flowers. It looks spectacular in borders or pots, and being hardier than many of the other forms, it will happily become established in milder regions. Also, once it has had the chance to settled in, it tends to produce a fresh batch of foliage each autumn, and this offers some winter interest.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
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- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Scilla peruviana Sapphire Blue (Caribbean Jewels Series):
Plant bulbs 8cm (3in) deep in autumn in naturalistic drifts. Remove faded foliage in autumn, and at the same time, apply a dry, insulating mulch around the base of the plants. Potted plants can be moved to a sheltered spot (eg. an unheated greenhouse) in winter in colder regions.
Warning
Harmful if eaten
GOES WELL WITH
Simple but stylish protection
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