Camassia leichtlinii (Great Camas)


Michael's Opinion

A native North American bulb that when roasted is edible and was a food source for indigenous people.

Botanical Information

FamilyAsparagaceae
GenusCamassia
Speciesleichtlinii
CategoryBulbs, Perennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5a-9b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone4
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-30- (-4)
Temperature (°F)-20 -25
Height90-120 cm
Spread38-45 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJune

Description and Growing Information

ShapeTall and upright, forming large grass-like clumps.
PropagationBy dividing the bulbs (including offsets) or from seed which should be direct sown outdoors in the autumn.
CultivationPrefers damp, rich soil in full sun. Good combination plants are Pulmonarias, ferns, and other bulbous allium species.
HabitatDamp meadows.

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