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Muscari latifolium


Two-tone Grape Hyacinth




Family
Asparagaceae
Genus
Muscari
Species
latifolium
Category
Bulbs, Perennials
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8
Canadian Hardiness Zone
1a - 8a
RHS Hardiness Zone
H4 - H7
Temperature (°C)
-40 -(-7)
Temperature (°F)
-40 - 20
Height
15 - 30 cm
Spread
15 - 20 cm
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
AprilMay
Cultivation
Prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Will take part shade. Plant 7 to 12 cm deep in groups or drifts in autumn.
Growth
Fast
Pests
Generally problem free but may be prone to viruses in some instances.
Flower Description
Florets are light violet-blue on top and a dark blue-black on below.
Notable Specimens
The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
Propagation
By dividing offsets or from seed which should be direct sown outdoors in autumn.
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