Spring Squill (Scilla Verna) 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 6-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A small perennial bulbous plant with sky blue star-like flowers, typically found in coastal grasslands.

Spring Squill

Spring Squill

Scilla Verna

A small perennial bulbous plant with sky blue star-like flowers, typically found in coastal grasslands.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:early spring interest, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spring 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