Nectaroscordum siculum / Allium siculum / Nectaroscordum siculum spp bulgaricum
("Sicilian honey lily / Sicilian garlic / Mediterranean bells / Ornamental onion")
An eye-catching species with uniquely colored bell-shaped flowers dangling from thin stems growing out of the top of the main flower stem. Even after flowering, its flower head remains quite lovely. Useful for attracting bees.
What You Need To Know Before You Plant:
When Will This Flower Bloom?
Late Spring - Early Summer
When Should I Buy and Plant These Bulbs?
Fall
What Kind of Light Does This Bulb Prefer?
Full sun to half shade partial shade
What Color Will the Flower Be?
Creamy-white and purple-pink with some green
How Far Apart Should I Plant These Bulbs?
4 in / 10 cm
How Deep Should I Dig?
6 in / 15 cm
How Tall Will It Grow?
36-40 in / 90-100 cm
Recommended Number of Bulbs Per Square Foot?
5
Is It Deer/Critter Resistant?
Yes
How Can I Best Use It in My Landscaping?
In borders, flower beds, perennial gardens and in naturalized areas.
Other Popular Varieties
Species only.
About the Family
Nerine Family
South Africa. The common name 'Guernsey Lily' was initially given to the sarniensis species after some bulbs, having been shipped from South Africa, washed ashore there during a storm after which they rooted, bloomed and gained attention of horticulturists. Thanks to this sea voyage Nerine itself got its name being named after the 50 beautiful daughters of the sea-god Nereus.
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