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Sisyrinchium californicum [dwarf]

Also Known As

  • Sisyrinchium californicum 'Dwarf'
  • Yellow-Eyed Grass

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 8a-10a

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Sisyrinchium californicum [dwarf] plant details

Sisyrinchium californicum [dwarf] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sisyrinchium californicum [dwarf]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sisyrinchium californicum [dwarf]

USDA Zones: 8a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With a compact tidy form and bright yellow flowers, this selection makes a charming display in containers or sunny borders. Plants grow to 6-8" tall with a slightly lesser spread. Hardy to 10F.

Gardening facts about Sisyrinchium californicum [dwarf] plant

How to Grow Sisyrinchium californicum [dwarf]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 8"-10"

Width: 8"-10"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

7a-8b

Size

Height: 1'-3'

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun
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  • dry in winter
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Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-12"

Width: 12"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

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Size

Height: 6"

Width: 10"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

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Size

Height: 8"

Width: 6"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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