10 BULBS - Muscari - Heavenly Blue - Grape Hyacinth - Plant Now - NEW

Muscari is exquisite when flowering in broad drifts among shade grass in a woodland setting and they are equally at home in pots. Muscari, commonly known as Grape hyacinth is a member of the Liliaceae family. The tunicated round bulbs are actively growing during winter and bear their flowers from spring to early summer after which they go dormant till the following autumn. Dense, slender spikes of small, bell-shaped flowers are borne along stems 15-25cm tall. They are usually deep blue but may be mauve, purple or white, depending on the species or hybrid. Most are pleasantly scented. The foliage is grass-like, narrow and quite fleshy.

Muscari likes rich, well-drained and adequately composted soil. Before planting the bulbs, the soil should be loosened to a depth of around 20cm. Old compost should be incorporated into the top soil. Plant the bulbs only in autumn, about 5cm deep and 5cm apart. In pots they should be spaced closer. Using a bulb planting tool will help you to plant them at the correct depth. They grow best in light, dappled or partial shade but will also flower well in full shade under trees and in full sun, provided they are kept continually moist at root level from planting time onwards into summer. Muscari are fully frost-hardy and may be planted in even the coldest localities. If Muscari is kept constantly moist at root level, they will not only flower profusely but will multiply naturally by forming offsets. Grape hyacinths may be left in the same spot for three years or until they become over-crowded. If you are going to lift them from the soil when they go dormant it is a good idea to plant them in a Bulb Planter Tray to avoid damage and loss of bulbs. Lift the bulbs at the onset of dormancy in early summer and store them until the next autumn. Regular feeding with bulb food during the growing season will ensure that you have lots of flowers next year.