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Brodiaea californica 'Wayne Rodrick'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 4"-12"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Brodiaea californica 'Wayne Rodrick' plant details

Brodiaea californica 'Wayne Rodrick' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Brodiaea californica 'Wayne Rodrick'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Brodiaea californica 'Wayne Rodrick'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the showiest species with umbels of a dozen or so bluish purple flowers atop 70cm scapes, these are from a Wayne Rodrick collection.

Gardening facts about Brodiaea californica 'Wayne Rodrick' plant

How to Grow Brodiaea californica 'Wayne Rodrick'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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