Quamash. Bulbous perennial with wavy-margined narrow leaves. Shallowly cup-shaped bright blue flower spikes. Max Height 60cm to 1.2m. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Camassia quamash
Bulbous perennial with wavy-margined narrow leaves. Shallowly cup-shaped bright blue flower spikes.
Additional information
| Generic | Camassia |
|---|---|
| Species | quamash |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Quamash |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm, 1.2m |
| Family | Hyacinthaceae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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