Portuguese Squill
Scilla peruviana
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| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Portuguese Squill highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Pollinator Friendly
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Growing Zones 7 - 10
Not your typical Squill! The fancy clustered blooms of the Portuguese Squill (Scilla peruviana) take the Siberian Squill and transform them into round tightly packed, compact spires of bright lavender-blue stars!
Forming a rosette of strap-like green leaves from which large 3-4 inch flower heads grow. Lavender-blue star-shaped florets are packed tightly into a cluster, and bloom from late spring into early summer, generally lasting for 3 weeks of bloom as the flowers open from the outside to the center!
Fringed in long, strappy leaves, similar to a Hyacinth, Portuguese Squill grows about 12-20 inches tall. Also known as a Cuban Lily, these spring-flowering perennial bulbs can be easily grown as perennial accents in USDA planting zones 7-10, but are wonderful fast-growing annual accents for your pots and planters!
Planting and Application:
Portuguese Squill adds a unique whimsy and unexpected form to your front garden edges and container gardens! Wonderful for urban courtyards and small gardens, these tropical Squill work wonderfully in informal and formal gardens!
Loving good drainage and low moisture areas, Coastal gardens and Rock gardens are perfect haunts for these lovely flowering plants! Plant around your pathways and throughout your patio edges.
- Clusters of Lavender-Blue Star-Shaped Flowers
- Slender Green Rosettes of Foliage
- Spring to Summer Flower Clusters As Large As Softballs
- Pollinators & Fragrant
- Edging, Borders, Containers & Low Specimens
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Scilla peruviana should be grown in well-drained, relatively lean soil that has a sandy texture for extra drainage. Best in full sun that produces the most flowers, these Squill plants will also do well in partial shade. Water well during flowering but let the soil dry out after the flowers fade during the summer and autumn.
Plant these bulbs so the pointed tips are slightly above the soil. In very hot climates that frequently have drought-like conditions, provide a light 3-4 inch layer of mulch over the soil. Trim back the flowers once they have died back, and remove the foliage from the area once it yellows. In the coldest growing zones, it is recommended you plant your Portuguese Squill bulbs in containers with excellent drainage.
These plants can cause an allergic reaction so handle the bulbs and above-ground parts with gloves.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Very Well-Drained Lean Soil
- Moderate Moisture During Flowering & Low Moisture Otherwise
- Deadhead After Flowering & Remove Foliage After It Yellows
- Deer & Rodent Resistant
Portuguese Squill are large yet low-growing perennial bulbs that will amaze you with their unique, off-the-beaten-path beauty and fragrance! Order now at NatureHills.com will ship your quality bulbs at the proper planting time for your growing zone in the autumn!
