Grape Hyacinth
Muscari armeniacum
Common Name: Grape Hyacinth
Genus: Muscari
Species: armeniacum
Muscari refers to the fact that some of the species in this Genus have a musky smell to the flowers.
Category: Bulbs, Corms, Tubers & Rhizomatous Plants
Growth Rate: Average
Features: Suitable for growing in containers
| Hardiness: Hardy | Height: 0.20 m (20 cm) |
| Sun/Shade: Full sun | Spread: 0.05 m (5 cm) |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous | Flower Colour: Blue |
| Foliage Colour: Green | Flowering Period: March |
Soil Type: Sandy/Light or Chalky/Alkaline
Soil Moisture: Dry, well drained
Bulb that produces long leaves and bright blue flowers in Spring. Each group of tiny flowers at the top of the flower spike resembles a bunch of grapes. This plant can be invasive. Plant bulbs in Autumn, dig up and divide clumps when they become congested.
Related Articles:
Digg
Reddit
Facebook
Twitter