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Scilla siberica 'Alba'

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

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Scilla siberica 'Alba' (Siberian squill) bears showy, white and fragrant flowers during early spring. The foliage is glossy and fine in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border and foundation.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Scilla siberica 'Alba' (Siberian squill) 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.