Scilla litardierei (Amethyst Meadow Squill)
Amethyst Meadow Squill, Dalmatian Scilla, Scilla amethystina, Scilla pratensis
Native to Croatia, award-winning Scilla litardierei (Amethyst Meadow Squill) is a clump-forming, bulbous perennial with up to 5 narrowly strap-shaped, semi-erect, basal leaves. In late spring to early summer, dense pyramidal spikes packed with tiny, star-shaped, violet-blue flowers can be enjoyed. They last for about 3 weeks. A great naturalizer, Amethyst Meadow Squill multiplies and comes back year after year. Easy to grow, this is a lovely and useful plant that begins to bloom when there is often a lull in flowering between the spring bulbs and the summer perennials.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 4-10 in. tall (10-25 cm) and 2-3 in. wide (5-7 cm).
- Easily grown in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Water freely during the growing season and keep dry during summer dormancy.
- Keep an eye out for stem and bulb eelworm and slugs.
- To be planted in fall.
- Propagate by seed or division
- The whole plant is poisonous. Ingestion may cause severe discomfort. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 6
– 9 |
Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Scilla - Squills |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early) |
Height | 4" – 10" (10cm – 25cm) |
Spread | 2" – 3" (5cm – 7cm) |
Spacing | 2" – 3" (5cm – 7cm) |
Depth | 3" – 4" (7cm – 10cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 6
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 6
– 9 |
Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Scilla - Squills |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early) |
Height | 4" – 10" (10cm – 25cm) |
Spread | 2" – 3" (5cm – 7cm) |
Spacing | 2" – 3" (5cm – 7cm) |
Depth | 3" – 4" (7cm – 10cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |