Scilla bithynica
Also Known As
- Star Hyacinth
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 4"-6"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Scilla bithynica plant details
Scilla bithynica is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Scilla bithynica
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Scilla bithynica
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: The Bovees Nursery
Gardening facts about Scilla bithynica plant
How to Grow Scilla bithynica
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
Height: 10"-15"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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