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Also Known As

  • Muscari armeniacum 'Alida'
  • Grape Hyacinth

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 3"-8"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

3 inch pot | $12

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Muscari 'Alida' plant details

Muscari 'Alida' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features glossy and 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. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Muscari 'Alida'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 8 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fragrant, spreading

GROWING CONDITIONS for Muscari 'Alida'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Naturalizing bulbous perennial, 6” spring stems of deep blue sapphire flowers delicately edged in white, sweetly FRAGRANT! Most soils, sun to part shade, thrives on natural rainfall... no fuss. Critter resistant; also nice to fill pots and nice cut flowers!

Gardening facts about Muscari 'Alida' plant

How to Grow Muscari 'Alida'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy
    • grassy
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