Scilla 'Blue Giant'
glory of the snow bulbs (syn. Chionodoxa forbesii Blue Giant)
Larger than average, white-eyed, blue flowers form in loose spikes in early spring. Versatile and easy to grow, they're ideal for a...
60 × bulbs
£24.00
£26.97
available to order from autumn 2024
20 × bulbs
£8.99
available to order from autumn 2024
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Plant description
Larger than average, white-eyed, blue flowers form in loose spikes in early spring. Versatile and easy to grow, they're ideal for a sunny rock garden, alpine bed or border where a vibrant shot of early colour is called for. Suitable for naturalising, they can be kept in the ground where they will gradually form generous swathes.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
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Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
How to care for Scilla Blue Giant:
Plant bulbs in bold drifts 8cm (3in) deep in September in naturalistic drifts.
Warning
Harmful if eaten
GOES WELL WITH
Simple but stylish protection
If rabbits, deer, squirrels or cats devour or scratch up your plants these wire mesh protectors will give them time to get established. The pyramid-shaped 'Rabbit Proof Cloche' and dome-shaped 'Squirrel Proof Cloche'
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