Meadow squill (Scilla litardierei)

Meadow squill

Scilla litardierei has 3-6 grass-like leaves, 3 to 8 mm wide, tapering to a point. Up to 70 blue-violet flower buds are borne on each stem in a dense raceme, opening into star-shaped flowers, 15 to 20 cm high. Preferring partial shade, it will naturalise and spread in favourable conditions.

Scientific classification

Species

Meadow squill (Scilla litardierei)

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15 cm

Plant Height

20 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

Purple, Blue

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

10 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Meadow squill

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

10 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Meadow squill thrives in consistently moist conditions, requiring weekly watering. While it prefers moderate humidity, it can withstand dry spells. This deciduous plant relies on seasonal rainfall for growth, having adapted to its native regions with regular precipitation.

Fertilize: Fertilizing meadow squill may not always be needed, but a low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus fertilizer applied in late winter as foliage emerges can promote growth. Additionally, fertilization can be beneficial immediately after flowering.

Pruning: Prune meadow squill in early to late spring after flowering to remove spent blooms and dead foliage, promoting growth and disease prevention. Avoid early leaf removal, as they store nutrients for future blooms. Timely light pruning enhances flowering and overall plant vigor.

Propagation: Propagate meadow squill by planting seeds or relocating bulbs. Allow seed pods to dry, then collect seeds for planting. Transplant bulbs in fall, marking their locations to aid in identification. Replant immediately, at a depth of 3-5 inches (7.6-12.7 cm), keeping the soil moist initially.

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