Grape Hyacinth 'Latifolium' (Muscari)

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The species name latifolium literally means "broad-leaved" in Latin, a direct reference to the single, wide leaf that distinguishes it from its grassy-leaved cousins.

This is a very distinct and elegant species of Grape Hyacinth that has received the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit for its unique beauty and reliable performance. Unlike other Muscari that produce multiple grass-like leaves, Muscari latifolium typically produces only a single, broad, grey-green leaf that wraps around the base of the flower stem, almost like a tulip leaf. From the centre, a stem rises carrying a striking, two-tone flower spike. The lower, fertile florets are a deep blackish-violet and are topped by a contrasting tuft of sterile, much paler, sky-blue florets. This elegant bicolour effect is more subtle and refined than that of 'Grape Ice' and gives the plant a sophisticated presence in the garden. It is less likely to spread as aggressively as M. armeniacum, making it a well-behaved choice for tidy borders, rock gardens, and containers where its unique form can be showcased. It provides a longer flowering period than many other types.

Botanical name Muscari latifolium
Flower colour Two-tone blue and violet
Bulb size 7/8 cm
Established height 20-25 cm
Established spread 8-10 cm
Plant spacing 75-100 bulbs per m²
Leaf colour Single broad grey-green leaf
Habit Clump-forming
Life cycle Perennial
Hardiness Fully hardy
Years to establish 1st year
Sunlight Full sun
Position Sheltered or Exposed
Suitable for Borders, Rockeries, Gravel gardens, Containers, Edging
Soil acidity Any
Soil moisture Free draining
Soil type Loam, Sandy, Chalky
RHS Award (AGM) Yes
Growing skill Easy to grow
Pollinator-friendly Yes
Deer resistant Yes

Where to Plant:

This is a particularly handsome and distinct species of Grape Hyacinth. It is easily recognised by its single, broad, almost tulip-like leaf from which the flower spike emerges. The flower itself is a striking two-tone, with a cap of pale blue florets above a skirt of deep, dark violet-blue. It is happy in full sun or partial shade in any good, well-drained garden soil and is an excellent choice for borders, woodland gardens, and pots. It is less invasive than the common Grape Hyacinth.

How to Plant:

Plant the bulbs in the autumn for a beautiful display the following spring. Plant each bulb at a depth of about 10-15cm (4-6 inches) with the pointed tip facing upwards. They look wonderful when planted in generous clumps, which show off the combination of the broad leaves and two-tone flowers. Space the bulbs about 10cm apart to allow them to develop well.

Aftercare:

This species is very easy to look after. Unlike many other muscari, its leaf appears in the spring along with the flower, not in the autumn. After the flowers have finished, allow the leaf to die back naturally. Do not be tempted to cut it back while it is still green. It will form larger clumps over time but does not spread as rampantly as its common cousins, making it a well-behaved and choice addition to the garden.

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Key Features

Packed in paper

Packed peat-free

Great for Shade

Attracts wildlife

Low maintenance

RHS Award (AGM)

Perfect for pots

Grape Hyacinth 'Latifolium' (Muscari) - Harding & Bloom

Grape Hyacinth 'Latifolium' (Muscari)

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Arrived quickly and well-packaged. Planted them in some pots on the patio and they all came up. Look beautiful. Thank you!

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