Scilla (merwilla) natalensis (Merwilla)
An interesting summer-growing species, found in Natal, from the coast well up into the Drakensberg mountains (2000 m), where it tolerates snow and frost down to - 7°C. The large semi-exposed bulb should be located amongst rocks or in a big pot where it will form after several years an interesting clump. In early summer, at the same time as the leaves, appear the tall spikes with pale blue flowers. A very desirable species for large gardens.
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 :Afrique du Sud (Natal, Lesotho)
- Native climate :sub tropical (dry winter)
- Colour :Blue
- Hardiness :good
- Exposure :full sun
- Storage organ :bulb
- Growth :summer grower
- Flowering height :70-100 cm
- Uses :Borders - Cut flowers - In the ground - Containers or pot - Rockery
Growing cycle
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Planting :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-1), December (sem. 1-4)
Growth :April (sem. 4-4), May (sem. 1-4), June (sem. 1-4), July (sem. 1-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-4), November (sem. 1-3)
Flowering :May (sem. 3-4), June (sem. 1-4)