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Scilla siberica 'Alba'

 
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Family: Hyacinthaceae
Genus: Scilla (SIL-uh) (Info)
Species: siberica (sy-BEER-ah-kuh) (Info)
Cultivar: Alba

Synonym:Scilla sibirica

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4 members have or want this plant for trade.

Category:
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Bulbs

Height:
under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing:
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)

Hardiness:
USDA Zone 3a: to -39.9 °C (-40 °F)
USDA Zone 3b: to -37.2 °C (-35 °F)
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade

Danger:
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

Bloom Color:
White/Near White

Bloom Time:
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring

Foliage:
Herbaceous
Smooth-Textured

Other details:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Patent Information:
Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods:
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)

Seed Collecting:
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds

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1 positive
No neutrals
No negatives

Gardeners' Notes:

RatingAuthorComment
Positive Malus2006 On Mar 14, 2006, Malus2006 from Coon Rapids, MN (Zone 4a) wrote:

This form is in every detail except color more like the regular speces. It have bright white flowers and can look lovely planted with the species. Too bad there aren't many thriving red bulbs that bloom at the same time to make it look like the American Flag! This form is becoming increasing available at stores. It thrive in part shade, wet or dry soil, sandy soil, and woodland shade.

Regional...

This plant has been said to grow in the following regions:

Grand Junction, Colorado
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Elizabeth City, North Carolina



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