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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

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) — These foliage blades may wilt and recede in the summer heat
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — this hardy perennial requires minimal care once established and is not frequented by pests or diseases; this hardy, image 77
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — tolerating a wide range of conditions but thriving in well-drained; forming a lush rosette of dark green
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — tolerating a wide range of conditions but thriving in well-drained; forming a lush rosette of dark green, image 57
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — In late summer to early fall, a singular spike ascends, reaching an imposing height of 4 to 5 feet; stands as a remarkable and
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — each individual flower opening progressively from the bottom up.<br><br>For the landscape designer; sea Squill makes for a
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — In late summer to early fall, a singular spike ascends, reaching an imposing height of 4 to 5 feet; stands as a, image 111
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — white flowers in the garden; essential for adding a striking vertical element to any coastal-inspired landscape
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — In late summer to early fall, a singular spike ascends, reaching an imposing height of 4 to 5 feet; stands as a, image 87
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — the Sea Squill's foliage emerges in late winter or early spring; thriving in well-drained soils with full sun exposure
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — This hardy Mediterranean native flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 7-10; this hardy perennial requires minimal care, image 80
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — This spike is a beacon of eye-catching white blossoms
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 107
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Allow ample space for the flower spike's drama, considering a minimum spread area of approximately 1 foot; it grows, image 114
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Requiring little maintenance once established and being generally free of pests and diseases
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — bulb / perennial for full or half; especially suited for xeriscaping or dry garden beds, image 96
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — These foliage blades may wilt and recede in the summer heat; this spike is a beacon of eye-catching white blossoms, image 109
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 98
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — especially suited for xeriscaping or dry garden beds
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — bulb / perennial for full or half; especially suited for xeriscaping or dry garden beds
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Sea Squill makes for a low-effort yet high-impact addition to any garden; each individual flower opening, image 68
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — These foliage blades may wilt and recede in the summer heat; this spike is a beacon of eye-catching white blossoms, image 85
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — stands as a remarkable and resilient bulbous perennial; in late summer to early fall, a singular spike ascends, image 78
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — forming a lush rosette of dark green; tolerating a wide range of conditions but thriving in well-drained, image 84
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