Muscari comosum
Also Known As
- Leopoldia comosa
- Feather Hyacinth
- Feather Muscari,
- Fringe Hyacinth
- Grape Hyacinth
- Tassel Hyacinth
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 12"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Muscari comosum plant details
Muscari comosum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Muscari comosum
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Muscari comosum
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Muscari comosum plant
How to Grow Muscari comosum
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 4"
Width: 8"
- sun
- regular
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aka Golden Grape Hyacinth
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 4"-6"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Grape Hyacinth, Wand of Pearls
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-8"
Width: 2"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Muscari botryoides alba, Grape Hyacinth, Wand of Pearls, White Grape Hyacinth
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 4"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
aka Muscari szovitsianum, Blue Armeniacum, Grape Hyacinth
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 4"-6"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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