Nectaroscordum siculum
Sicilian honey garlic
- Bulbous plant
- 50-75 cm high
- Soft-coloured flowers
- Red to purple foliage
- Hardy to approx. -15°C
Striking flower clusters, deep pink and red on the inside, and a green appearance on the outside. The seed pods are also very decorative and often used in flower arranging.
This plant is currently no longer in production and is temporarily unavailable from our nursery and partner nurseries. We hope to offer it again in the future.
Garden use
Ornamental value and special features
Characteristics
| Height | 50 - 75 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | May - June |
| Flower colour | Deep pink |
| Leaf colour | Red, Green, Red, Green |
| Growth habit | Ascending |
| Hardiness | down to about -15°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun, Light shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Average |
| Soil | Pervious, Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Nectaroscordum siculum |
|---|---|
| Genus | Nectaroscordum |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Common names | EN: Sicilian honey garlic |
