Life cycle
Bulb-forming perennial
Plant identity
Scilla verna
Plant characteristics
Small tufts of narrow basal leaves with short stems carrying loose clusters of blue-violet star flowers, each with six narrow tepals.
Light requirement
Sun or light shade
Growing conditions
Provide free drainage and seasonal moisture. Leave foliage until it dies back naturally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is supplied?
What is supplied?
One packet containing 100 seeds for planting. No mature plant, bulb, corm or cutting is included.
Which plant does the listing describe?
Which plant does the listing describe?
Scilla verna. Small tufts of narrow basal leaves with short stems carrying loose clusters of blue-violet star flowers, each with six narrow tepals.
How should I start the seeds?
How should I start the seeds?
Sow in well-drained compost and expose to a natural cool season. Allow time for small bulbs to develop.
What growing conditions are suitable?
What growing conditions are suitable?
Provide free drainage and seasonal moisture. Leave foliage until it dies back naturally.
Will every seedling match the illustration?
Will every seedling match the illustration?
Sold as seeds, not bulbs. Flowering from seed takes time; ornamental only, not for eating.
Is the image a photograph of the actual seed lot?
Is the image a photograph of the actual seed lot?
No. It is an AI-generated representative botanical illustration, not seed-lot or parent-plant evidence. Actual seedling appearance and development vary.