Scilla forbesii

Also Known As

Chionodoxa forbesii
Chionodoxa siehei
Glory-of-the-Snow

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 3"-6"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Scilla forbesii plant details

Scilla forbesii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue and white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scilla forbesii

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in spring
Uses: naturalizing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scilla forbesii

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Chionodoxa forbesii is aptly called glory-of-the-snow as one of the first spring bulbs to bloom, often pushing up through the snow. The starry flowers are true blue to violet-blue with a white glow at the centre. Easy to grow in evenly moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade and great in combination with hellebores, Corydalis solida, and snowdrops.