Muscari aucheri 'Ocean Magic'
grape hyacinth bulbs
Densely crowded on the upright flower spike, the green buds of 'Ocean Magic' open to reveal small, pale blue scented...
15 × bulbs
£5.99
£0.40 each
available to order from autumn
30 + 15 FREE bulbs
£11.98
£0.27 each
available to order from autumn
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Plant description
Densely crowded on the upright flower spike, the green buds of 'Ocean Magic' open to reveal small, pale blue scented flowers, each with a puckered white mouth. A well-behaved addition to a naturalised setting, it also looks wonderful when used in pots and windowboxes.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
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Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil, or general-purpose loam-based potting compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Muscari aucheri Ocean Magic:
Plant 10cm (4in) deep in naturalistic groups in autumn. During summer when the bulbs are dormant lift and divide groups that are becoming congested.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
GOES WELL WITH
Simple but stylish protection
If rabbits, deer, squirrels or cats devour or scratch up your plants these wire mesh protectors will give them time to get established. The pyramid-shaped 'Rabbit Proof Cloche' and dome-shaped 'Squirrel Proof Cloche'
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