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Brodiaea terrestris
Also Known As
- Dwarf Brodiaea
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 3"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Brodiaea terrestris plant details
Brodiaea terrestris is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Brodiaea terrestris
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN wide, 3 IN tall
- Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Brodiaea terrestris
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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View Original PhotoGardening facts about Brodiaea terrestris plant
How to Grow Brodiaea terrestris
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 16"
Width: 6"
- sun
- dry in summer
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
aka San Clemente Island Brodiae
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 10"-12"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
aka Brodiaea volubilis, Dichelostemma californicum, Macroscapa volubilis, Twining Brodiaea, Twining Snakelily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 10"-60"
Width: 9"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
- dry in summer
aka Brodiaea lax, Tritellia laxa, Grassnut, Ithuriel's Spear, Triplet Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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