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Bloomeria crocea

Also Known As

  • Goldenstar

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 3"-6"

planting zones

  • 8a-12

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Bloomeria crocea plant details

Bloomeria crocea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bloomeria crocea

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bloomeria crocea

USDA Zones: 8a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A bulb hailing from California, liking things warm and dry. Flowers are bright golden yellow in small clusters. Zone 8, probably

Gardening facts about Bloomeria crocea plant

How to Grow Bloomeria crocea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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