Muscari botryoides (Common Grape Hyacinth)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Muscari |
| Species | botryoides |
| Category | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Origin | Mediterranean coast. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2a - 6b |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -34 - (-19) |
| Temperature (°F) | -30 - 10 |
| Height | 11 - 22 cm |
| Spread | 8 -15 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | March, April |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Upright. |
| Landscape | Mass planting.. |
| Propagation | By dividing offsets or seed. |
| Cultivation | Plant in full sun to full shade in moist, organically-rich, slightly acidic and well-draining soil. |
| Pests | None known. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Mediterranean forest edges. |
| Leaf Description | 2 - 4 long, narrow, stiff green leaves per bulb. |
| Flower Description | Dense racemes of urn-shaped, bright blue flowers with a white rim. |
| Texture Description | Smooth. |
Photographs
Muscari botryoides 'Alba'.