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Muscari armeniacum

Family Hyacinthaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 20 cm (4 - 8 in)
Spread 5 - 15 cm (2 - 6 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Muscari armeniacum (armenian grape hyacinth) bears showy, medium blue and fragrant blossoms during mid spring. This plant is clump forming and has fine textured foliage.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border and cut flowers.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Muscari armeniacum (armenian grape hyacinth) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.