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Sea Squill

Drimia maritima

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Overview

Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) is a drought-resistant Mediterranean bulbous plant, thriving in well-drained soils with full sun exposure. It grows 3-5 feet tall and displays dramatic spikes of white, star-shaped flowers late summer to fall. The Sea Squill's long-lasting blooms and strappy, basal leaves offer striking vertical interest. Ideal for xeriscaping, this hardy perennial requires minimal care once established and is not frequented by pests or diseases.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–10Type Bulb, PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — In late summer to early fall, a singular spike ascends, reaching an imposing height of 4 to 5 feet
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — It grows 3-5 feet tall and displays dramatic spikes of white, star-shaped flowers late summer to fall; allow ample, image 99Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — essential for adding a striking vertical element to any coastal-inspired landscape; white flowers in the garden, image 79Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — bulb / perennial for full or halfSea Squill (Drimia maritima) — the Sea Squill's foliage emerges in late winter or early springSea Squill (Drimia maritima) — this hardy perennial requires minimal care once established and is not frequented by pests or diseases; this hardy, image 101Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — bulb / perennial for full or half; especially suited for xeriscaping or dry garden beds, image 120+138

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.

Classification

Type
Bulb, Perennial
Family
Asparagaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — In late summer to early fall, a singular spike ascends, reaching an imposing height of 4 to 5 feet
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — It grows 3-5 feet tall and displays dramatic spikes of white, star-shaped flowers late summer to fall; allow ample, image 99
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — essential for adding a striking vertical element to any coastal-inspired landscape; white flowers in the garden, image 79
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — bulb / perennial for full or half
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — the Sea Squill's foliage emerges in late winter or early spring
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — this hardy perennial requires minimal care once established and is not frequented by pests or diseases; this hardy, image 101
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — bulb / perennial for full or half; especially suited for xeriscaping or dry garden beds, image 120
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — thriving in well-drained soils with full sun exposure; the Sea Squill's foliage emerges in late winter or early, image 74
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — It grows 3-5 feet tall and displays dramatic spikes of white, star-shaped flowers late summer to fall; allow ample space for the
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — each individual flower opening progressively from the bottom up.<br><br>For the landscape designer; sea Squill makes, image 65
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — paving the way for the plant's true spectacle: its towering flower stalk; bulb / perennial with white blooms, image 62
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Sea Squill makes for a low-effort yet high-impact addition to any garden; each individual flower opening, image 116
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Its growth can be impressive; requiring little maintenance once established and being generally free of pests and diseases
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Its growth can be impressive; requiring little maintenance once established and being generally free of pests and, image 106
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — thriving in well-drained soils with full sun exposure; the Sea Squill's foliage emerges in late winter or early spring
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — It grows 3-5 feet tall and displays dramatic spikes of white, star-shaped flowers late summer to fall; allow ample, image 75
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — paving the way for the plant's true spectacle: its towering flower stalk
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — This spike is a beacon of eye-catching white blossoms; these foliage blades may wilt and recede in the summer heat, image 88
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — each individual flower opening progressively from the bottom up.<br><br>For the landscape designer; sea Squill makes, image 89
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — bulb / perennial with white blooms
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Requiring little maintenance once established and being generally free of pests and diseases; its growth can be, image 91
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — The Sea Squill's long-lasting blooms and strappy, basal leaves offer striking vertical interest; sea Squill (Drimia maritima) is
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — the Sea Squill's foliage emerges in late winter or early spring; thriving in well-drained soils with full sun, image 83
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — The Sea Squill's long-lasting blooms and strappy, basal leaves offer striking vertical interest; sea Squill (Drimia, image 124
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