Portuguese squill

Plant bulbs 8-10cm deep in late summer or early autumn in a moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Under glass, grow in 2 parts loam-based compost (John Innes No 2) and 1 part each leafmould and grit, in full light. When in growth, water freely; keep dry during summer dormancy

No pruning necessary

Propagate by seed or division

Stem and bulb eelworm and slugs may be a problem

Susceptible to a virus