Attracts wildlife
Climbing habit
Comes back every year
Drought tolerant
Fragrant
Fully hardy
Good for cutting
Good for shade
Low maintenance
Need winter protection
Perfect for pots
Pollinator friendly
Rodent resistant
Slug repellent
Suitable for indoor
Thrives in full sun
Trailing habit
Muscari armeniacum
instantly recognisable this is the most common of the muscari that is often seen all over from front gardens to
naturalising and multiplying through the year, if kept under control this plant will give you many opportunities to
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Botanical Name: Muscari armeniacum
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Common Name: Grape Hyacinth
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Flower Colour: Deep blue
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Foliage Colour: Bright green
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Established Height: 15-20 cm
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Established Spread: 10-15 cm
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Life Cycle: Perennial
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Position: Borders, rock gardens, containers, under trees
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Soil Acidity: Neutral to slightly alkaline
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Soil Type: Well-drained soil
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Toxicity: Non-toxic
£5.00
Muscari armeniacum
Muscari armeniacum, commonly known as Grape Hyacinth, is a charming, compact perennial bulb celebrated for its dense spikes of vivid blue, urn-shaped flowers that appear in early to mid-spring. The bright green, grass-like foliage forms a neat clump that complements the striking floral display. Typically growing to a height of 15–20 cm with a spread of 10–15 cm, it is perfect for edging borders, planting in rock gardens, naturalising under deciduous trees, or growing in containers. This hardy species thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil, making it easy to cultivate in a variety of garden conditions. Grape Hyacinths multiply readily, producing abundant bulbs that naturalise over time, creating carpets of brilliant blue flowers year after year. Non-toxic and low-maintenance, Muscari armeniacum is an ideal choice for gardeners seeking early spring colour, texture, and charm in a small, manageable plant.
