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Scilla forbesii 'Pink Giant'
Also Known As
- Chionodoxa forbesii 'Pink Giant'
- Scilla 'Pink Giant'
- Pink Glory of the Snow
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 8"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Scilla forbesii 'Pink Giant' plant details
Scilla forbesii 'Pink Giant' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 'Pink Giant'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN wide, 8 IN tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden, summer dormant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Scilla forbesii 'Pink Giant'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Leafari
Garden photo gallery of Scilla forbesii 'Pink Giant'
By: Leafari
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By: Leafari
Used with permission, all rights reserved
By: Leafari
Used with permission, all rights reserved
By: Leafari
Used with permission, all rights reserved
Gardening facts about Scilla forbesii 'Pink Giant' plant
How to Grow Scilla forbesii 'Pink Giant'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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