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.
Garden use
Use
Site and growing conditions
Ornamental value and special features
Characteristics
| Height | 50 - 75 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | May - June |
| Flower colour | deep pink |
| Leaf colour | red, green |
| Growth habit | ascending |
| Hardiness | down to about -15°C |
Site conditions
| Light | full sun, sunny, morning sun, evening sun, open shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | average |
| Soil | pervious, normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Nectaroscordum siculum |
|---|---|
| Genus | Nectaroscordum |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Common names | EN: Sicilian honey garlic |
