Overview
Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike' is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Hyacinthoides, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, coastal, gravel garden, patio and container plants, rock garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike' is a bulbous perennial cultivar belonging to the Asparagaceae family. It forms clumps of deciduous, long, narrow leaves and produces star-shaped or bell-shaped flowers in spring. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH, suitable for various garden settings including cottage, city, coastal, and rock gardens. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and can be propagated by seed or offsets.
About the genus
Hyacinthoides is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae, known as bluebells.
Wikipedia contributors, "Hyacinthoides", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Hyacinthoides
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hyacinthoides
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North, South, East, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike'
- Propagation
- Seed, offsets
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike'?
Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike' prefers partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike' need?
Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike' hardy in the UK?
Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Hyacinthoides x massartiana 'Meike'?
Seed, offsets.
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