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Bulbs, Perennials > Muscari > Muscari macrocarpum > Muscari macrocarpum 'Golden Fragrance'

Muscari macrocarpum

'Golden Fragrance'


Yellow Grape Hyacinth




Family
Asparagaceae
Genus
Muscari
Species
macrocarpum
Cultivar
'Golden Fragrance'
Category
Bulbs, Perennials
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 8
Canadian Hardiness Zone
4a - 8a
RHS Hardiness Zone
H4 - H7
Temperature (°C)
-29 -(-7)
Temperature (°F)
-20 - 20
Height
15 - 30 cm
Spread
15 - 22 cm
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
AprilMay
Cultivation
Moist, loose soil in partial shade to full sunlight.
Growth
Fast
Pests
No serious insect or disease problems.
Habitat
Horticultural origin.
Leaf Description
Strap like, narrow, fleshy green foliage with bronze as it emerge in early spring.
Flower Description
Golden-yellow, tubular florets with upper row of purple florets. Uniquely scented reminiscent of laundry detergent.
Notable Specimens
The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
Propagation
By dividing offsets.
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