Cuban-Lily

Scilla peruviana

Native to:
Algeria, Egypt, Italy, Libya, Morocco, Portugal, Sardegna, Sicilia, Spain, Tunisia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asparagaceae
Genus:
Scilla
Species:
Scilla peruviana
USDA Symbol:
ONPE3

Growth Characteristics

Height:
45 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
blue, purple, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to Mediterranean regions, prefers sunny locations

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–42 days
Notes:
Sow fresh seed in autumn; bulbs more commonly propagated by offsets than seed.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Germinates in 4 weeks outdoors in autumn, seedlings must remain at 4°C for full 3 months, then gradually raise temp t20°C

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society