Muscari neglectum
grape hyacinth bulbs
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: fast
- Flowering period: March to April
- Hardiness: fully hardy
- Bulb size: 5+
Each blue-black flower may be diminutive in stature, but once established, these bulbs will soon form a generous drift or swathe, which will liven up the early spring garden. A gorgeous sight when allowed to naturalise through the front of the border or pathway edge, they can also be planted in wilder, more unstructured settings such as mixed meadows. - 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