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Scilla sardensis

Also Known As

  • Chionodoxa sardensis
  • Lesser Glory-of-the-Snow
  • Turkish Glory of the Snow

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 3"-6"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Scilla sardensis plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scilla sardensis

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 blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scilla sardensis

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The woodlands of Wave Hill in early spring are awash in this sapphire-blue Turkish wildflower. Deeper blue and shorter than common glory-of-the-snow, it blooms at crocus time, naturalizes eagerly, and was awarded an RHS AGM as a plant so good it belongs in every garden. 4-6", zones 4a-7b(9bWC)

Gardening facts about Scilla sardensis plant

How to Grow Scilla sardensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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