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    Brodiaea kinkiensis

    Also Known As

    • San Clemente Island Brodiae

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 10"-12"
    • W: 3"-6"

    planting zones

    • 7b-10b

    Brodiaea kinkiensis plant details

    Brodiaea kinkiensis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Brodiaea kinkiensis

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: asparagaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Brodiaea kinkiensis

    USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: clay and rich

    Gardening facts about Brodiaea kinkiensis plant

    How to Grow Brodiaea kinkiensis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry when dormant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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    Zones

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    Zones

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    Size

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    • sun
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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 12"-24"

    Width: 8"-12"

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