Muscari neglectum (Southern Grape Hyacinth, Blue Bottle, Starch Hyacinth)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Muscari |
| Species | neglectum |
| Category | Bulbs, Perennials |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4a-7b |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -35 - ( -15) |
| Temperature (°F) | -30 - ( 5) |
| Height | 10-30 cm |
| Spread | 22-30 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | April |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | By dividing offsets or from seed which should be direct sown outdoors in autumn. |
| Habitat | Southwestern Asia and the Mediterranean region |
| Flower Description | The blue flowers are organized in an inflorescence of 2–6 cm. |
| Fruit Description | The fruit is a 3-valved capsula. |
Photographs
Scanning electron microscope image of pollen grain.