Description
Nothoscordum vernum (also called Spring False Garlic, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nothoscordum vernum has white, bell-shaped flowers with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nothoscordum vernum is a hardy perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can be grown in USDA zones 4-9.
Where to Find Nothoscordum vernum
Nothoscordum vernum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.