Lucile's Glory-of-the-snow (Scilla Luciliae) is a perennial bulb in the Asparagaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A bulbous perennial plant native to western Turkey, known for its bright blue star-shaped flowers with white centers.

Lucile's Glory-of-the-snow

Lucile's Glory-of-the-snow

Scilla Luciliae

A bulbous perennial plant native to western Turkey, known for its bright blue star-shaped flowers with white centers.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:early spring color, groundcover, ornamental bulb

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lucile's Glory-of-the-snow

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Lucile's Glory-of-the-snow
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Taxonomy

Family:Asparagaceae
Genus:Scilla