Camassia leichtlinii [Deep Blue]
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Camassia leichtlinii [Deep Blue] plant details
Camassia leichtlinii [Deep Blue] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Camassia leichtlinii [Deep Blue]
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: liliaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Camassia leichtlinii [Deep Blue]
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Camassia leichtlinii [Deep Blue] plant
How to Grow Camassia leichtlinii [Deep Blue]
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
Height: 15"-18"
Width: 10"-15"
- sun
- even moisture - high
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 24"-48"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
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Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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