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Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Excelsior'

Family Liliaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
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Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Excelsior' (Spanish bluebell) produces showy and mauve blossoms during mid spring to late spring. This plant has foliage that is dark green in colour.
Cautions Be advised that Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Excelsior' (Spanish bluebell) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.