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Ledebouris socialis
(Silver Squill, Violet Squill) |
Synonyms: Scilla socialis, Scilla violacea
Origin: Native to South Africa
Family:
Liliaceae
Light: Full sun-part shade
Height: 6"
Spread: 3-6"
Blooms: Small wands of tiny greenish-white bell-shaped flowers, in Spring
Foliage:
Strap-like, lance-shaped, smooth, thick, silvery-gray with dark green blothes,
underside is purple in color
Soil: Well-drained, with one part each of peat moss, loam
and 2 parts of sand added
Water: Regular, allow to dry between waterings
Fertilizer: 1/2 strength of that on label once monthly with
well-balanced fertilizer
Uses: Bedding, borders, mass planting, houseplant, containers
Propagation: Seeds, bulb division
Caution: Pollen may stain clothing
Comments: Ledebouris socialis or Silver Squill or Violet Squill or
Scilla socialis or Scilla violacea is an attractive small
perennial bulb plant. It has a swollen bulb that is rich purple in
color. Violet Squill is a vigorous grower and produces a thick
cluster of bulbils. These bulblets are easily removed from the
mother plant and propagated, making sure the bulbs stay above the soil. Give Scilla socialis space to grow
and report them as they get too crowded. I love Scilla
violacea for their interesting foliage. What an unusal great
little plant to have for its beauty, drought tolerance and low-maintenance. Silver Squill makes an attractive
container plant for the patio or as an indoor plant.. Grow them in masses for their long lasting dainty
blooms. Protect them from frost.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11 |
