White Squill (Scilla Mischtschenkoana) is a perennial bulb in the Asparagaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_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 with pale blue to white starry flowers, native to northern Iran.

White Squill

White Squill

Scilla Mischtschenkoana

A bulbous perennial plant with pale blue to white starry flowers, native to northern Iran.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_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, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:early spring color, groundcover, naturalizing

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for White Squill

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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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Taxonomy

Family:Asparagaceae
Genus:Scilla