Muscari armeniacum 'Touch of Snow'
grape hyacinth bulbs
- 15 × bulbs
- £5.99 £0.40 each
- available to order from summer
- 45 × bulbs
- £15.00 £0.33 each
- available to order from summer
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- Bulbs (only) £4.99
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil (for container-grown bulbs use two parts John Innes No.2 compost to one part sharp grit)
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: April to May
- Hardiness: fully hardy
- Bulb size: 7/8
The majority of the miniature bells in each flower spike are bright blue with a fine white margin around the tip, but there are a few flowers at the top of the spike that open a very pale blue or even white. This creates a distinctive and eye-catching two-tone effect that is a very pretty sight to see in the spring.
These hardy spring bulbs prefer well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. The best time to plant grape hyacinth bulbs is in autumn, place them 10cm (4in) deep and 5-7cm (2-3in) apart. After flowering, allow the foliage to die back naturally, as this replenishes the bulb's energy for next year's display. An annual feed with a good general-purpose fertiliser (like Vitax Q4) in autumn will help keep the bulbs healthy. During summer when the bulbs are dormant, lift, divide and replant mature groups that are becoming congested.
In containers, plant Muscari more densely for an abundant show, using a well-draining potting mix. Ensure good drainage and consider moving pots to a sheltered spot during summer dormancy to prevent waterlogging from heavy rains or irrigation equipment.
In containers, plant Muscari more densely for an abundant show, using a well-draining potting mix. Ensure good drainage and consider moving pots to a sheltered spot during summer dormancy to prevent waterlogging from heavy rains or irrigation equipment.
- Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
