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    Calochortus plummerae

    Also Known As

    • Plummer's Mariposa Lily

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 12"-36"
    • W: 4"-6"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

    Calochortus plummerae plant details

    Calochortus plummerae is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer pink and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Calochortus plummerae

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: liliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink and yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: rare

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Calochortus plummerae

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Calochortus plummerae plant

    How to Grow Calochortus plummerae

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry when dormant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • gritty

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • yellow

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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