Scilla lilio-hyacinthus

Scilla lilio-hyacinthus

Native to:
France | Spain

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asparagaceae
Genus:
Scilla
Species:
Scilla lilio-hyacinthus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
blue

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months; germination can be slow and erratic.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 4°C for 3 weeks, then place at 20°C. * seedlings must remain at 4°C for full 3 months, then gradually raise temp t20°C

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society