About
Muscari caucasicum is a bulbous perennial producing the characteristic narrow leaves and dense spikes of tiny, urn-shaped flowers of the genus in spring. A rewarding and reliable spring bulb for a sunny, well-drained border or rock garden.
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.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeBulbs
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height1 year
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Coastal, Gravel garden, Rock garden, Patio and container plants
Native toGreece Turkey
FragranceFlower
ToxicityOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling 11265,muscari-massayanum,Muscari massayanum,,Muscari comosum
Care notes
CultivationPlant 10cm deep in groups, in moderately fertile, moist, but well drained soil in full sun. To retain vigour, lift congested clumps and divide when dormant in autumn
PruningRemove old flower stems and dead foliage in summer
PropagationPropagate by seed in containers in a cold frame in autumn. Divide clumps and plant divisions separately in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to fungal infections including anther smuts and bluebell rust (see rust diseases), and bacterial soft rot and some virus diseases