Camassia leichtlinii 'Semiplena'

Also Known As

Semiplena Great Camas

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

3a-10a

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Camassia leichtlinii 'Semiplena' plant details

Camassia leichtlinii 'Semiplena' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring cream and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camassia leichtlinii 'Semiplena'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camassia leichtlinii 'Semiplena'

USDA Zones: 3a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Camassia leichtlinii 'Semiplena' has elegant spires covered with masses of double, star-shaped white flowers with glittering yellow anthers. This is a larger and more stately species than C. quamash. Native from BC to southern California. Camassia grow in winter-wet soils that dry out in summer which means they will be tolerant of clay-heavy garden soils.