About
Muscari azureum, the azure grape hyacinth, is a compact, bulbous perennial to 10 cm producing narrow, channelled leaves and dense racemes of small, bell-shaped, pale-blue flowers, each segment with a darker central stripe, in spring. A charming and distinctive grape hyacinth for a sunny, well-drained rock garden or alpine trough.
About the genus
Muscari, the grape hyacinths, are bulbous perennials with linear or strap-shaped leaves and small, bell-shaped, tubular or urn-shaped flowers borne in dense racemes on erect, leafless stems in spring. Easy and rewarding bulbs for borders, rock gardens and containers.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, naturalising in grass.
Care notes
CultivationPlant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
PruningAllow foliage to die back naturally after flowering.
PropagationDivide offsets or bulbils when dormant.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.