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Scilla peruviana

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Peruvian Scilla

 
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Jacobs

 

Description

This bulbous perennial will grow to about 18" tall and has large, dark green, strap-like leaves. After the foliage emerges in the fall, purplish blue flowers open in the spring. This plant goes completely deciduous after its bloom fades.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Englishcottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Rockery, Seascape, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Showyflower, Unusualshape

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Bedding, Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Raisedplanter, Walkways, Withrocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Massplanting, Smallspaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Plant shrubs and trees in groupings according to similarity of water requirements; then water each "hydrozone" according to its needs.