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Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Queen of the Pinks'

Also Known As

  • Scilla hispanica 'Queen of the Pinks'
  • Queen of the Pinks Spanish Bluebell

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 9"-12"
  • W: 4"-6"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Queen of the Pinks' plant details

Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Queen of the Pinks' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by green fruit. 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. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Queen of the Pinks'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 9 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: black walnut tolerant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, naturalizing, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Queen of the Pinks'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Queen of the Pinks' plant

How to Grow Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Queen of the Pinks'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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