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Scilla luciliae 'Alba'
Also Known As
- Chionodoxa luciliae 'Alba'
- White Glory of the Snow
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 8"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Scilla luciliae 'Alba' plant details
Scilla luciliae 'Alba' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring white 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 luciliae 'Alba'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: edging plant, rock garden, summer dormant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Scilla luciliae 'Alba'
- 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 luciliae 'Alba'
By: Leafari
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Gardening facts about Scilla luciliae 'Alba' plant
How to Grow Scilla luciliae 'Alba'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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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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