Muscari bring heaps of garden joy with their dainty bell-shaped flowers. Versatile and easy in the garden, this blooming gem is an excellent addition and compliments daffodils brilliantly.
Family name: Asparagaceae
Common name: grape hyacinth
Sun Exposure: Full sun and semi-shade
Planting time: March to May
Flowering time: August to September
Active growth: June to July
Dormancy time: November to March
Lifting time: December
Type (true bulb, rhizome, corm, etc): True bulb
Mature height: 20cm
Planting depth: 3cm
Planting spacing: 5cm
Lowest temperature: -20°C
Watering frequency: Water every three to four days for 10 minutes, provided it hasn’t rained.
Position and soil: Plant in rich, well-draining soil. Add compost, and work into a depth of about 20cm. Mulch with compost. Suitable for growing in containers.
Avoid consumption by animals – Keep away from pets.