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Hyacinthoides hispanica Dark Excelsior / 2L / 17Cm
Hyacinthoides hispanica Dark Excelsior
Confirmed format: 2 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Rich, deep blue-violet bell-shaped flowers in late spring
- Tall, upright, clumping growth habit
- Glossy green strap-like foliage
- Easy care and reliable perennial performance
- Suitable for containers, borders, and woodland settings
- Attractive cut flower option
Overview
Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Dark Excelsior' is a vigorous, deciduous herbaceous perennial prized for its tall, erect flower spikes packed with rich, deep blue-violet bell-shaped flowers in late spring. Rising above glossy green foliage, this Spanish bluebell cultivar produces a stunning visual display in borders, woodland settings, and patio containers.
Why We Love It
- Striking racemes of deep blue-violet bell-shaped flowers appearing in May
- Upright and clumping growth habit that fits neatly into borders and containers
- Straightforward, easy-going nature with minimal care requirements
- Provides wonderful interest throughout April and May
- Suitable for coastal locations and small gardens alike
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Hyacinthoides hispanica Dark Excelsior |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Herbaceous Perennial |
| Foliage Persistence | Deciduous |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flower Colour | Purple, violet, blue, and multicolour |
| Flowering Season | May |
| Growth Habit | Upright and clumping |
| Mature Height | 30–40 cm |
| Mature Spread | 10–20 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H7 (down to -20°C or lower) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Thrives in full sun, sun to part shade, partial shade, or shade with south-facing, west-facing, east-facing, or north-facing aspects in sheltered or exposed locations. |
|---|---|
| Soil & Drainage | Adaptable to any fertile clay, loam, sand, or chalk soil with well-drained or moisture-retentive drainage. |
| Watering | Maintains a moderate water need, keeping soil average to moist. |
| Deadheading | Deadheading is optional. |
Perfect For
- Garden borders and beds
- Woodland and shade gardens
- Cottage garden schemes
- Wildlife-friendly gardens
- Patios and containers
- Groundcover planting
- Cut flower displays
- Small gardens and balconies
Good to Know
- Offers pollinator support value during flowering months.
- Exhibits good coastal tolerance in suitable seaside conditions.
- All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested and act as a skin irritant; toxic to cats and dogs.
- Generally disease-free and pest-free.
Product Information
| Product Title | Hyacinthoides hispanica Dark Excelsior / 2L / 17Cm |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Hyacinthoides hispanica Dark Excelsior |
| Supplied Format | 2 litre pot |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade· Sheltered
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained
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