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
Ornamental value and special features
Characteristics
| Height | 50 - 75 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | May - June |
| Flower colour | Deep pink |
| Leaf colour | Green, Red |
| 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 |
