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
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
Gardening facts about Scilla forbesii plant
How to Grow Scilla forbesii
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- blue
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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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
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 10"-15"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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