Puschkinia scilloides var. libanotica - is a delicate spring flower that is one of the first to bloom after the snow melts. Its graceful, bell-shaped flowers are gathered in compact, upright inflorescences. Each flower has a delicate light blue color with a characteristic bright blue vein in the middle of the petal, which gives it a special charm and sophistication. This miniature plant is perfect for rockeries, alpine slides, natural lawns, and planting under trees or shrubs. Thanks to its compact size, Puschkinia looks great in group plantings, creating continuous carpets of delicate blue. Puschkinia is very unpretentious, frost-resistant (withstands up to -30 °C), and grows well in sunny and partial shade areas. It prefers light, well-drained soils. After flowering, the leaves gradually die off, making way for other plants in the composition. -Puschkinia bulbs are planted in open ground, and this plant can also be grown in containers. It will look great under shrubs, on lawns, and even on gravel. Planting time. It is recommended to plant in October. Planting location. Puschkinia grows well in a sunny spot. The plant likes loose, fertile soil. Planting depth. Bulbs are planted to a depth of about 5 cm or to a depth 3 times the size of the bulb itself. Care. Puschkinia care will not be difficult. The plant requires moderate watering in the spring. Weeding will favorably affect the condition of the flowers. After the variety has flowered, yellowed leaves and flowers must be removed.