Puschkinia scilloides
Striped Squill
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Striped Squill (Puschkinia scilloides) - Description
Bulbs will multiply freely when left undisturbed. Pale blue and white striped bell-shaped flowers. Ideal for rock gardens or along a border.
Striped Squill (Puschkinia scilloides) - Blooming
Blooms in the late winter and early spring. Flowers are borne on a 6 inch stem. Colors are pale blue with a greenish blue stripe down the center of the petal.
Striped Squill (Puschkinia scilloides) - Growth
Bulbous perennial. Does well with full sun or light shade. Look good grouped together. P. scilloides works well in a rock garden. Grows well around shrubs.
Striped Squill (Puschkinia scilloides) - Planting
Plant in late summer or autumn. Sow seeds in containers in a cold frame (for protection and to ensure hardiness).
Striped Squill (Puschkinia scilloides) - Pest
Affected by viruses.
Striped Squill (Puschkinia scilloides) - Interesting facts
There is only one known species of Puschkinia, found in the Middle East. It occurs in damp grasslands. Puschkinia is related to Chionodoxa and Scilla.
Striped Squill (Puschkinia scilloides) - Soil and irrigation
Needs regular water but only during active growth and bloom. Doesn't need very much water during the summer dormant season. Soil needs to be kept moist until leaves appear.
