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Olsynium douglasii
Also Known As
- Sisyrinchium douglasii
- Grass Widows
- Purple-Eyed Grass
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 4"-10"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Olsynium douglasii plant details
Olsynium douglasii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and winter purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Olsynium douglasii
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 IN - 10 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: summer dormant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Olsynium douglasii
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Blooms: late winter-spring, purple-blue/ summer deciduous, winter evergreen Zone 5-9. 6"-12", PNW part shade-sun, moist, well drained
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Gardening facts about Olsynium douglasii plant
How to Grow Olsynium douglasii
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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