{"product_id":"bio-muscari-latifolium-blauwe-druifjes","title":"Organic Muscari 'Latifolium' - Grape hyacinths | 10 pcs.","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic dark blue grape hyacinths\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e 'Latifolium'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking cultivar of the muscari, also known as the 'grape' because of the shape and color of the flowers. This species distinguishes itself by its unique characteristics. The flowers of the \u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e 'Latifolium' form compact, conical clusters that consist of small pearl-shaped flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this species so special is the colour of the flowers. They have a deep, rich purple-blue colour that is intense and vibrant. The flowers stand upright on sturdy, upright stems of about 20 centimetres high. The \u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e 'Latifolium' flowers in the months of April and May and produces 1 to 3 flower stems per bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive feature of the \u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e 'Latifolium' is its foliage. Unlike many other muscari cultivars, this species has broader leaves that contrast nicely with the flowers. The leaves are dark green in color and can be slightly longer than the flowers themselves. They add texture and volume to the plant, making it an attractive sight even when the flowers are not in bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'Latifolium' is also loved by pollinators such as bees, who are attracted by the nectar and the fragrant flowers. It can therefore be a valuable addition to a garden that is focused on supporting pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow, where and when do I plant grape hyacinth bulbs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e 'Latifolium' needs a cold period and should be planted in the ground from September to January. The correct planting depth varies between 2 to 3 times the height of the flower bulb itself, while the recommended planting distance is 2 to 3 times the width of the flower bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the bulbs in a nutrient-rich, water-permeable soil, preferably a chalky sandy soil, but will also grow in clay soil, as long as the soil is well-drained and does not retain excess water. If you have clay soil, you can improve the soil by adding organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure to improve drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant muscari in a sunny to semi-shaded spot or under deciduous trees where the sun shines in winter, but is sheltered under the trees in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine it as a ground cover with \u003ca title=\"Organic white grape hyacinth flower bulbs\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/products\/bio-muscari-white-magic-witte-druifjes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e 'White Magic'\u003c\/a\u003e or in a pot with \u003ca title=\"Buy organic botanical tulip 'Saxatilis' at Bloemoloog.nl\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/products\/bio-tulipa-saxatilis-botanisch\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTulipa saxatilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for the muscari\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide organic food when planting and just before flowering. After flowering, the faded flowers are cut off at the top of the flower stem and the foliage dies off by itself. Only cut off the foliage when it has completely died off. The \u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e 'Latifolium' easily naturalizes if it is planted in the right location. Provide annual organic food for an optimal result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor organic potting soil, plant food and other soil improvers we recommend \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bio-kultura.nl\/Overige-bodemverbetering\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBio Kultura\u003c\/a\u003e !\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Muscari propagates by seed and produces many small brood bulbs each year. For propagation, the flower bulbs are taken out of the ground at the beginning of the summer and divided and immediately replanted. The seed can also be grown in the winter in a pot with compost, covered with a thin layer of grit. Cover the pot with plastic or glass to retain moisture. As soon as the shoots are above the ground, the pot can go outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin of the Muscari\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e 'Latifolium' is a cultivar of \u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e .\u003cbr\u003eOriginally, the \u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e 'Armeniacum' occurs in areas from Turkey to the Caucasus Mountains, but has been growing wild in the Netherlands for centuries. The 'Latifolium' is a younger cultivar, which is currently very popular with many gardeners because of its beautiful color spectacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBio \u003cem\u003eMuscari\u003c\/em\u003e 'Latifolium' order information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Skal certified: 109459\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📦 Packed per \u003cstrong\u003e10\u003c\/strong\u003e flower bulbs or choose a stacking discount!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💰 Stacking discount: \u003cstrong\u003eE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🛒 Pre-sale - Delivery mid-September!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📬 EU Shipping €8.95 - \u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e from €100,- purchase.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarch - April\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting time:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrom September\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 cm deep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting distance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 cm apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 cm high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlower diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 cm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart shade, sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil PH:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoam, sandy soil - Slightly alkaline\/neutral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery winter hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood (gone wild)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouthern Europe and the Balkans\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eAsparagaceae\u003c\/em\u003e (asparagus family)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBee friendly:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFragrant:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulb size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\/7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca title=\"Organic grape hyacinths from Bloemoloog.nl\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/collections\/bio-muscari\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOther Muscari species\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Skal organic quality mark - NL-BIO-01\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/EU_Organic_Logo_Colour_OuterLine_rgb.jpg?v=1730902844\" width=\"159\" height=\"106\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNL-BIO-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloemoloog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46818511749464,"sku":"291","price":61.25,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/BioMuscari_Latifolium_biologischediepblauwedruifhyacintblauwedruifjes-Bloemoloog_2.jpg?v=1686207476","url":"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en-se\/products\/organic-muscari-latifolium-grape-hyacinths","provider":"Bloemoloog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}