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    Calochortus striatus

    Also Known As

    • Calochortus comosus
    • Alkali Mariposa Lily

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 1"-12"
    • W: 1"-3"

    planting zones

    • 9a-10b

    Calochortus striatus plant details

    Calochortus striatus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in alkaline and gritty soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Calochortus striatus

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: liliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 1 IN - 3 IN - wide, 1 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink and purple blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: desert garden, native plant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Calochortus striatus

    USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Soil needs: alkaline and gritty

    Gardening facts about Calochortus striatus plant

    How to Grow Calochortus striatus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • alkaline
      • gritty

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • purple

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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