Scilla forbesii 'Violet Beauty'
glory of the snow bulbs ( syn. Chionodoxa )
Often one of the first of the spring bulbs to appear, it is not unusual to see these gorgeous star-shaped flowers poking their heads just above a covering of snow. They're easy and undemanding, and if left in the ground, they will gradually spread to form a good-sized clump. They're also small enough for windowboxes or pots, and on a crisp day in late winter or early spring, the sight of them will give you a taste of things to come.
How to care for Scilla forbesii Violet Beauty:
Plant bulbs in bold drifts 8cm (3in) deep in September in naturalistic drifts.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.25m
Eventual spread:
0.1m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
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Harmful if eaten
Unavailable
Bulbs (only)£4.99
