Peruvian Scilla
Scilla Peruviana
Overview
Scilla peruviana, commonly known as Peruvian Scilla, is a striking bulbous perennial. It showcases dense, conical clusters of star-shaped, deep blue flowers, each cluster reaching up to 6 inches in height. Blooming in late spring to early summer, the plant spans roughly 8-12 inches wide with broad, lance-shaped, glossy green leaves. This frost-tender beauty thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, ideal for borders and container gardening.
Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–10Type Bulb, PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 8–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Bulb, Perennial
- Family
- Liliaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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