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Muscari latifolium

Family Hyacinthaceae
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 10 - 30 cm (4 - 12 in)
Spread 5 - 20 cm (2 - 8 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Muscari latifolium (turkish grape hyacinth) bears showy, faded purple and fragrant blossoms during early spring to late spring. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border and cut flowers.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Muscari latifolium tolerates drought. This "bulb, corm or tuber" attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Muscari latifolium (turkish grape hyacinth) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.