I have grown these in both Louisiana and Delaware. I did not find them to be invasive in either of these places, and I lived in each loc...Read Moreation for more than 12 years. They do self-sow, however the seeds take many years (up to 7) to germinate. Perhaps this could be considered invasive in a woodland location, but in my experience in a small residential yard, invasiveness was not happening, except that the squirrels occasionally dig them up and replant elsewhere. I love them. They are carefree, and as far as I can tell, they have no requirements. In Delaware, they grow happily in sun, part sun, part shade and full shade. They bloom in Delaware with late daffodils, and make lovely bouquets.
A vigorous grower and increaser by offsets, at least here in Massachuse...Read Moretts. I don't recommend planting closer than 6"---I've made the mistake of planting closely, only to find the plants were too crowded to bloom well.
This is one of the more shade tolerant spring bulbs.
Foliage is mucilaginous, and clearing away dying foliage is a slimy job.
This is not on any state invasive plant or noxious weed list, but the US National Park Service reports that this bulb can be invasive of natural areas in Washington and a few east coast states.
(Jackstangle is dealing with Scilla sibirica, not Spanish bluebell.)
Yes its pretty but does anyone know how to get rid of it? It is SO prolific I am afraid it will take over the natives like trilliums & li...Read Morely of the valley. Round up has no effect, digging out the tiny bulbs (each plant can produce dozens) is impossible. HELP! I'm drowning in Scilla.
Some years ago I planted in heavy, unamended clay and they did absolutely nothing. last Fall I planted in prime, amended soil and they a...Read Morere coming up very well. I hope, as others have experienced, that they don't take over my garden.
UPDATE March 29/2015. The plants have gotten bigger, but not necessarily multiplied. They seem to be quite appetizing to my cat or deer.
I have grown these in both Louisiana and Delaware. I did not find them to be invasive in either of these places, and I lived in each loc...Read More
This cultivar has light blue-violet flowers only.
A vigorous grower and increaser by offsets, at least here in Massachuse...Read More
Yes its pretty but does anyone know how to get rid of it? It is SO prolific I am afraid it will take over the natives like trilliums & li...Read More
Some years ago I planted in heavy, unamended clay and they did absolutely nothing. last Fall I planted in prime, amended soil and they a...Read More