Species scilla

scilla

Scilla bifolia

Scilla bifolia, commonly known as Wood Squill, is a species belonging to the lily family. This bulbous perennial produces clusters of broad star-shaped, light-blue, bell-shaped flowers in spring with a short period of blooming. Depending on the soil, it may reach a mature height of 10-15 inches. It prefers sunny spots with well-drained soil and requires minimal care once established. Its foliage is a strap-like grass-green and turn yellowish-green in fall, while the flowers provide a spectral delight and exemplify that spring is in the air.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Blue Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

To ensure healthy growth of scilla (Scilla bifolia), it should be watered regularly. Watering should be done when the soil is almost dry to the touch, but a little moisture should still be present. Depending on the climate and seasonal conditions, scilla should be watered every 3-4 days in summer and every 6-8 days in winter. In the summer months, it is best to water from the bottom of the pot to avoid burning the leaves. In winter months, it is better to water directly onto the soil. Additionally, soil should be well-draining, moist, and slightly acidic.

sunlight

Scilla (Scilla bifolia) needs full to partial sun exposure to thrive. For best results, it should be exposed to at least 6 hours of direct sunlight every day, preferably during the morning hours. Avoid exposing the plant to direct sunlight during the hottest part of the day, as intense heat can cause it to burn. When temperatures become too hot, some shade provided to the plant would be beneficial.

pruning

Scilla (Scilla bifolia) generally does not need to be pruned; however, if it is desired to control the size of the plant, it can be trimmed back by up to 1-third of the plant's height in the spring - just after flowering - before the leaves appear. To maintain a bushy and floriferous plant, cut flowering shoots off at the base. Dead flower stalks can be removed as soon as the flowers fade. Pruning Scilla helps to keep the clump of foliage compact and discourages sprawling.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
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Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Scilla bifolia typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.

Starts Flowering

Scilla bifolia typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.

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