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Muscari 'Night Eyes'

Muscari 'Night Eyes'

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Muscari ‘Night Eyes’

A striking twist on a spring favourite, Muscari ‘Night Eyes’ features deep, inky blue flower spikes tipped with a delicate pale edge, creating a beautiful contrast that stands out in borders and containers. Compact and easy to grow, these grape hyacinths are perfect for adding rich colour early in the season.

Flowering in spring, they are ideal for naturalising in lawns, edging pathways, or planting in clusters for a bold display. Exceptionally hardy and low maintenance, they thrive in Irish conditions, returning year after year with increasing impact.

Key Features

  • Unique Colouring: Deep blue blooms with subtle lighter edging

  • Compact Growth: Ideal for borders, containers, and rockeries

  • Spring Flowering: Adds early colour to the garden

  • Great for Naturalising: Spreads gradually over time

  • Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and highly reliable

Gardener’s Tip

Plant bulbs in autumn in well-drained soil and a sunny or lightly shaded position. Muscari tolerate most soil types but perform best where drainage is good, especially over winter.

For a natural look, plant in clusters or drifts rather than single bulbs. Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering to help bulbs store energy for the next season. Once established, they will spread gently, creating a fuller display each year.

Specifications

Item Package Size
Flower Colour Deep blue with pale edging
Flower Size Small, clustered spikes
Bloom Time March – April
Mature Height 15–20 cm
Bulb Spacing 5–8 cm apart
Bulb Size 6–7
Planting Depth 5–8 cm
Planting Time September to December
Poisonous or Toxic to Animals Not recommended for consumption; may cause irritation if ingested
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