Hyacinthoides hispanica Excelsior (Spanish Bluebells)
Highly popular, Hyacinthoides hispanica ‘Excelsior’ (Spanish Bluebells) is a robust, bulbous perennial with attractive clumps of glossy strap-shaped leaves from which rise tall stems to support its abundant, pendulous bell-shaped, deep purple-blue flowers. Blooming heartily from mid to late spring, ‘Excelsior’ is slightly taller than other cultivars. Easy to grow, low care and incredibly good-looking, it is a reliable addition to the landscape, where it will happily multiply in optimum growing conditions.
Highly popular, Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Excelsior' (Spanish Bluebells) is a robust, bulbous perennial with attractive clumps of glossy strap-shaped leaves from which rise tall stems to support its abundant, pendulous bell-shaped, deep purple-blue flowers. Blooming heartily from mid to late spring, 'Excelsior' is slightly taller than other cultivars. Easy to grow, low care and incredibly good-looking, it is a reliable addition to the landscape, where it will happily multiply in optimum growing conditions.
- Typically forms spreading clumps up to 12-18 in. tall (30-45 cm).
- Easy to grow, this plant is rarely affected by pests or diseases and is resistant to deer and rodents! Just plant it and forget about it!
- Plant in average, moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. While full sun will promote flowering, be aware that the lovely colors of the blossoms may fade. Tolerates drought and dry sandy soils.
- This charming naturalizer provides color and contrast to the woodland garden, beds, borders, rock gardens and naturalized areas. Spectacular when planted in large drifts. May be grown in pots or containers, and combines beautifully with other flowering bulbs or perennials. Excellent filler for empty annual beds. Great as cut flowers too!
- Eating may cause severe discomfort
Requirements
| Hardiness | 3 – 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1 – 9 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs |
| Plant Family | Hyacinthoides – Bluebells, Scilla – Squills |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late) |
| Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 2" – 3" (5cm – 7cm) |
| Spacing | 3″ (7cm) |
| Depth | 4" (10cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Dry Soil |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |