This evergreen bulbous perennial forms a clump of semi-erect strap-like mid-green leaves that are replaced during autumn. It has blue-white star-shaped flowers that appear in a conical raceme on a tall stem above the foliage from spring to summer.

Hardiness zones 6 to 10

Scilla peruvianais naturally found from southern Europe to Portugal, Spain and North Africa growing in coastal or woodland environments on moderately fertile moist well-drained soils. It prefers a sunny to semi-shaded protected position and is drought tender but light frost tolerant.

Cuban Lily is a perennial that is grown for its bluish flowers and is planted as an understorey around trees and shrubs. It is also planted in a raised garden bed or perennial borders in small or cottage gardens. It establishes from division in 1 to 3 years and may be grown in containers with protection in cold climates. ID 1493

Scilla (SKIL-la) peruviana(pe-roo-vee-AH-na)

Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee)
Lily Family