Urginea maritima

Drimia maritima (syn. Urginea maritima) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae.

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Origin/native: Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa.

Urginea maritima bulbs x3

Commonly known as Sea Squill or crusaders' spears this striking, unusual and dramatic flower grows to a height of 90cm and is seen growing in rocky coastal areas in the Mediterranean, west Asia and northern Africa often in shallow, rocky, well drained soils. The tall upright flower spikes have beautiful densely packed white star-like blooms, with unusual lime-green anthers on a purple stem. 

Glossy green leaves, often with a blue tinge, develop early in the season (and from autumn through winter), up to a meter long, creating a lovely green backdrop and flower spikes appear in August to October and the foliage will have died back completely. 

This is a rare and unusual plant, not often seen in the UK, so you'll have a real point of interest in your garden to grow in borders or containers.

Interestingly the large bulbs will reproduce and divide into two, creating larger clumps overtime. Each plant spreads to around 60cm, and is perfect for a sunny border or in a large container in compact gardens.

• Supplied as top size 24+ bulbs - Half hardy bulbous perennial.
• Flowering time: August to October.
• Preferred conditions: Full Sun / Semi-Shade.
• Good nectar source for bees.

Delivery from September.