Muscari latifolium (Two-tone Grape Hyacinth)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Muscari |
| Species | latifolium |
| Category | Bulbs, Perennials |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 1a - 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -40 -(-7) |
| Temperature (°F) | -40 - 20 |
| Height | 15 - 30 cm |
| Spread | 15 - 20 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | By dividing offsets or from seed which should be direct sown outdoors in autumn. |
| Cultivation | Prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Will take part shade. Plant 7 to 12 cm deep in groups or drifts in autumn. |
| Pests | Generally problem free but may be prone to viruses in some instances. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Flower Description | Florets are light violet-blue on top and a dark blue-black on below. |
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