Plant Lust
ShopOrderSellblog
0

  • Plant types

  • Plant styles

  • Planting conditions

  • Seasonal interest

  • Nurseries & Gardens

    • Placeholder

    Hyacinthoides hispanica [Bracted Flower]

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 8"-12"
    • W: 6"-12"

    planting zones

    • 3a-9b

    More Options

    Hyacinthoides hispanica [Bracted Flower] plant details

    Hyacinthoides hispanica [Bracted Flower] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue and green flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Hyacinthoides hispanica [Bracted Flower]

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: asparagaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: blue and green blooms in spring
    Uses: clumping, cutting garden, rare

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hyacinthoides hispanica [Bracted Flower]

    USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Rare and interesting selection made from the common Spanish Bluebell with spidery green bracts along the stem...cool as a cut flower, will naturalize in a woodland setting; 8-12” tall, blue bell flowers Apr-May; this baby can get thick so don’t plant around teeny tiny wimpy little plants. USDA Z3

    By: Secret Garden Growers

    Gardening facts about Hyacinthoides hispanica [Bracted Flower] plant

    How to Grow Hyacinthoides hispanica [Bracted Flower]

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry when dormant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Flower Color

      • green
      • blue

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Texture

      • grassy

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • deer resistant

    Landscape groups by tags

    Mailing List
    Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals

    © 2010—2024 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved