How to identify Squills (Scilla)

How to identify Squills (Scilla)

Squills is characterized by its bulbous growth form. Emanating from the base are long, strappy leaves that exhibit a lush green hue. Rising from amidst the foliage, squills features delicate, slender stalks that culminate in charming, typically blue-hued terminal flowers. Each flower showcases a bell or star shape, arranged in a loose raceme that gracefully nods as if in greeting. These blossoms can reach a height of up to 6 inches to 1 foot (15 cm to 30 cm), adding a striking vertical dimension to their natural setting.

Lifespan: Perennial

Plant Type: Herb

Leaf Type: Deciduous

Quickly Identify Squills

Bulbous growth form distinguishes squills, standing out in natural settings.

Terminal flowers are typically blue-hued, with 6-parted bell-shaped blooms.

Flowers nod gracefully in loose raceme arrangement, adding vertical interest.

Petals showcase vibrant blue or violet hues, giving star-like appearance when open.

Blooms measure 1-1.5 inches (2.5-4 cm) in diameter, heralding early to mid-spring.

Detailed Traits of Squills

Flower Features

Squills flowers are typically 6-parted, bell-shaped, and can be either tubular or spreading. The petals often exhibit a striking blue or violet hue, though some species may display white flowers. Each bloom measures about 1-1.5 inches (2.5-4 cm) in diameter. The petal arrangement gives the flower a star-like appearance when open. These flowers usually have a subtle, pleasant scent and commonly bloom in early to mid-spring, making them a herald of the season's change.

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