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Chlorogalum purpureum

Also Known As

  • Chlorogalum purpureum var. purpureum
  • Purple Amole

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Chlorogalum purpureum plant details

Chlorogalum purpureum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring purple and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chlorogalum purpureum

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chlorogalum purpureum

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Chlorogalum purpureum plant

How to Grow Chlorogalum purpureum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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