Scilla greilhuberi
This species is quite close to S. hohenackeri ( both originating from the northern mountain ranges in Iran). But S greilhuberii put out new leave muc earlier (early autumn) and its flowerspike is larger . The 7-11 pale lilac blue flowers are assembled in loose racemes; foliage prostrate and channelled. Prefers woodland conditions.
The genus
A large genus with a very wide distribution in various climates. It can be found in Europe, around the Mediterraean, in Asia and Africa. They have fleshy roots and prefer to be left undisturbed.
- Family :Liliaceae
- Subfamily :Hyacinthaceae
- Native to :N. Iran
- Native climate :méditéranéen (humid winters)
- Colour :Blue
- Hardiness :good
- Exposure :half-shade
- Storage organ :bulb
- Growth :winter grower
- Flowering height :15-40 cm
- Uses :Borders - In the ground - Containers or pot - Rockery
Growing cycle
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Planting :July (sem. 1-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-3)
Growth :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-1), October (sem. 1-4), November (sem. 1-4), December (sem. 1-4)
Flowering :January (sem. 4-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-1)