Muscari latifolium 'Grape Ice'
grape hyacinth bulbs
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil (for container-grown bulbs use two parts John Innes No2 compost to one part sharp grit)
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: March to April
- Hardiness: fully hardy
- Bulb size: 6+
An unusual addition to the range, the flowers of this grape hyacinth form in small spikes, which rise above the clumps of slender green foliage. Opening upwards from the base of the spike, the flowers are initially white, but as they mature, they turn a deep purple - therefore creating a distinctive bicoloured effect. - Garden care: Plant 10cm (4in) deep in naturalistic groups in autumn. During summer when the bulbs are dormant lift and divide groups that are becoming congested.
- Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten