Camassia leichtlinii subsp suksdorfii |
Native Region: British Columbia to California
Zone Range: 4-10
Preferred Climate: damp fertile meadowland
Harvest Date: Tuesday 15 July, 2008
Seed count: 15-20
Description:
Bulbous perennial with linear leaves 20-60 cm long. In late spring, bears terminal racemes 10-30 cm long of star-shaped, purple flowers on leafless stems. Grow in a border or wild flower meadow or in a container.
Cultivation:
Sow seeds in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe. Plant in moist but well drained, humus-rich, fertile soil in sun or partial shade. Do not allow the soil to become waterlogged. For maximum freshness, please keep seed refrigerated in its original packaging until it is time to plant.
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