Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba'
Also Known As
- Camas
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba' plant details
Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: liliaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba' plant
How to Grow Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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aka Camassia leichtlinii, Camas, Great Camas
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry in summer
Plant Type
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Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 15"-18"
Width: 10"-15"
- sun
- even moisture - high
- dry in summer
aka Sacajawea Variegated Camas
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Cusick's Camas, Wild Blue Hyacinth
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 24"-48"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber, Aquatic
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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