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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) — the Sea Squill's foliage emerges in late winter or early spring; thriving in well-drained soils with full sun, image 59
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 123
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — essential for adding a striking vertical element to any coastal-inspired landscape; white flowers in the garden, image 103
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Its growth can be impressive
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — This hardy Mediterranean native flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 7-10; this hardy perennial requires minimal care, image 56
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 50
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 112
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Sea Squill makes for a low-effort yet high-impact addition to any garden; each individual flower opening progressively from the
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 51
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — bulb / perennial with white blooms; paving the way for the plant's true spectacle: its towering flower stalk
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — especially suited for xeriscaping or dry garden beds; bulb / perennial for full or half
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Requiring little maintenance once established and being generally free of pests and diseases; its growth can be impressive
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Its growth can be impressive; requiring little maintenance once established and being generally free of pests and, image 82
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 61
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) is a drought-resistant Mediterranean bulbous plant; the Sea Squill's long-lasting blooms and
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — paving the way for the plant's true spectacle: its towering flower stalk; bulb / perennial with white blooms, image 110
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — forming a lush rosette of dark green; tolerating a wide range of conditions but thriving in well-drained, image 60
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — especially suited for xeriscaping or dry garden beds; bulb / perennial for full or half, image 69
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
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — stands as a remarkable and resilient bulbous perennial; in late summer to early fall, a singular spike ascends, image 102
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — thriving in well-drained soils with full sun exposure
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — white flowers in the garden; essential for adding a striking vertical element to any coastal-inspired landscape, image 70
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — forming a lush rosette of dark green
Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) — Sea Squill (Drimia maritima) is a drought-resistant Mediterranean bulbous plant; the Sea Squill's long-lasting, image 121
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