Scilla siberica (Siberian Squill)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Scilla |
| Species | siberica |
| Category | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Origin | Russia and Eurasia but not into Siberia. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 2 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -46 - (-7) |
| Temperature (°F) | -50 - 20 |
| Height | 7 - 15 cm |
| Spread | 7 - 15 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Upright and spreading. |
| Landscape | Container planting, rock gardens and border planting. Fast spreading and has an uncanny ability to naturalize. |
| Propagation | Seed and division. |
| Cultivation | Full sun and partial-shade. Average, medium and well-drained soil. |
| Pests | Crown rot can be a problem. Deer and Black Walnut tolerant. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Woodlands. |
| Leaf Description | 3 - 4, strap-like, 15 cm long leaves per bulb. |
| Flower Description | 1 - 3 dropping, bell-like flowers with anthers per scape. |
| Colour Description | The flowers are deep blue with blue anthers. The leaves are medium green. |
Photographs
Scanning electron microscope image of pollen grain.
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