Hyacinthoides hispanica
A carefree plant that you can forget about. Scillas enjoy being left to thicken into clumps.
Planting Depth: 10 cm deep
Height: 30-45 cm
Blooming time: Blooms in Spring
Position: Full sun/Part shade
Caution: Harmful if eaten
Planting Time: Plant from March onwards
Season: Spring
Soil Position: Will do best in a shaded area, or in a position that receives morning sun and afternoon shade.
Cultivation: Work compost or rotted animal manure through the soil before planting, this will increase fertility and improve drainage. Can be left in the ground undisturbed for years to naturalise or lifted if the clumps become to thick. Wait till the foliage dies back then lift and store in a cool, well ventilated, dry environment ready to replant the following season.