About
Muscari comosum, the tassel hyacinth, is a bulbous perennial producing narrow, linear, green leaves to 20 cm long. In spring it produces upright flower spikes with urn-shaped, purple-brown flowers along the main stem, topped with upright, thread-like tassels bearing bright-purple, sterile flowers. A distinctive and ornamental grape hyacinth for a sunny, well-drained border.
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.