This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.

• Position: full sun
• Soil: well-drained, moderately fertile, neutral to slightly alkaline soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: January to February
• Hardiness: fully hardy
• Bulb size: 5/+
  
  This hybrid has relatively large, royal blue flowers with a striped white throat and a bright yellow central band on the falls. The crests have a slightly feathered edge, creating a softly ruffled effect.
  
  
• Garden care: Plant bulbs 5cm deep in the autumn in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Water moderately while they are actively growing and feed with a general purpose fertiliser. Keep reasonably dry during their dormant period.