About
Puschkinia scilloides white is a white-flowered form of the striped squill producing narrowly strap-shaped, basal leaves and racemes of star-shaped, white flowers in spring. A charming and easy-care spring bulb for a well-drained border, rock garden or naturalised in short grass.
About the genus
Puschkinia are dwarf, bulbous perennials with erect, basal leaves and racemes of star-shaped, pale-blue flowers, each petal with a darker blue central stripe, in spring. Excellent small spring-flowering bulbs for borders, rock gardens and naturalising.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, naturalising.
Care notes
CultivationPlant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
PruningAllow foliage to die back naturally.
PropagationDivide offsets when dormant.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.