About
Scilla siberica subsp. armena, the Armenian Siberian squill, is a subspecies of the Siberian squill producing the characteristic narrow leaves and brilliant-blue, nodding spring flowers of the species. A rewarding and ornamental early-spring bulb for a sunny, well-drained border or rock garden.
About the genus
Scilla are perennial bulbs with narrow basal leaves and erect stems bearing racemes of star-shaped, flat or bell-shaped flowers which are often blue, purple, pink or white in spring or autumn. Popular and easy-care bulbs for a sunny, well-drained border or rock garden.
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.