Camassia leichtlinii subsp. Caerulea Group
camassia
- 12cm pot | 3 per pot
- £8.99
- available to order from winter
- 3 × 12cm pots
- £22.00 £7.33 each
- available to order from winter
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- Position: full sun
- Soil: gritty, poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: fast
- Flowering period: May
- Hardiness: frost hardy (may need winter protection)
These potted bulbs will produce tall spires of star-shaped, mid-blue to lilac flowers, which appear above strap-like leaves in late spring. Originally from damp meadowlands in North America, this bulbous perennial is perfect for naturalising in a wildflower meadow.
Camassia leichtlinii subsp. Caerulea Group will happily grow in moist soil in sun or partial shade as long as the soil doesn't become waterlogged. Take advantage of its brief flowering season to brighten up a border before summer perennials take over.
Camassia leichtlinii subsp. Caerulea Group will happily grow in moist soil in sun or partial shade as long as the soil doesn't become waterlogged. Take advantage of its brief flowering season to brighten up a border before summer perennials take over.
Plant the bulbs 8cm (3in) deep and 20cm (8in) apart in big groups in the autumn. Try to plant them where they will remain for several years as they resent being moved.
Keep well watered during dry spells and in cold regions, apply a generous layer of mulch in autumn.
Keep well watered during dry spells and in cold regions, apply a generous layer of mulch in autumn.