Camassia leichtlinii subsp. suksdorfii 'Alba'
camassia bulbs
- 5 × bulbs
- £8.79 £1.76 each
- available to order from autumn
- 15 × bulbs
- £23.00 £1.53 each
- available to order from autumn
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- Bulbs (only) £4.99
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moist but well-drained, fertile, humus-rich soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: May
- Hardiness: frost hardy (may need winter protection)
- Bulb size: 12/14
Tall spires of creamy-white, star-shaped flowers appear above strap-like leaves in late spring and early summer. Originally from damp meadowlands in North America, Camassia leichtlinii subsp. suksdorfii 'Alba' is perfect for naturalising in a wildflower meadow.
This bulbous perennial will happily grow in moist soil in sun or partial shade (avoiding waterlogged soil) and will add early-season colour before summer perennials take over. Or plant in a border that is backed by a tall hedge, where the dark foliage will highlight the flowers.
This bulbous perennial will happily grow in moist soil in sun or partial shade (avoiding waterlogged soil) and will add early-season colour before summer perennials take over. Or plant in a border that is backed by a tall hedge, where the dark foliage will highlight the flowers.
Plant the bulbs 8cm (3in) deep and 20cm (8in) apart in big groups in the autumn. Try to plant them where they will remain undisturbed for several years as they resent being moved.
Protect the bulbs in colder areas by applying a generous layer of mulch in autumn.
Protect the bulbs in colder areas by applying a generous layer of mulch in autumn.
- Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
