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Nectaroscordum siculum is a fine species with large, nodding umbels of white or cream flowers, flushed pink or purplish red, and tinted green at the base. Seed pods become erect as flowers fade. Ideal for gravel gardens and sunny borders, plant it at the front of the border, where other plants can be seen though its stems. The flowers are a magnet for bumblebees, and the seed heads dry well and can be used in dried flower arrangements.
For best results plant Nectaroscordum siculum bulbs in well-drained soil in a sunny border. It grows easily from seed, but the plants won't flower for around six years.
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Nectaroscordum ‘Siculum’ and wildlife
Nectaroscordum ‘Siculum’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
