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Pussy Ears

Calochortus Tolmiei

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Overview

Calochortus tolmiei, commonly called Pussy Ears, is a charming bulbous perennial native to North America's western regions. It features delicate, cup-shaped flowers with white to lilac petals, each adorned with a distinctive purple spot at the base. Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, this plant reaches a modest height of about 18 inches. Optimal growth occurs in full sun to part shade, in well-draining soil. It blooms in late spring to early summer.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–9
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — commonly called Pussy Ears
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — is a charming bulbous perennial native to North America's western regionsPussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — cup-shaped flowers with white to lilac petalsPussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, this plant reaches a modest height of about 18 inchesPussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — each adorned with a distinctive purple spot at the basePussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — It blooms in late spring to early summerPussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — Optimal growth occurs in full sun to part shade, in well-draining soil+13

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Liliaceae

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Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — commonly called Pussy Ears
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — is a charming bulbous perennial native to North America's western regions
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — cup-shaped flowers with white to lilac petals
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, this plant reaches a modest height of about 18 inches
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — each adorned with a distinctive purple spot at the base
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — It blooms in late spring to early summer
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — Optimal growth occurs in full sun to part shade, in well-draining soil
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — scientifically known as Calochortus tolmiei
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — present a charming addition to garden compositions
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — notable for their delicate beauty and ease of care
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — Native to the Pacific Northwest
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — this perennial herbaceous plant is part of the Lily family and flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — It prefers well-draining soil
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — slightly acidic to neutral in pH
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — and thrives in full sun to partial shade.<br><br>The plant typically grows to modest heights of 8 to 14 inches
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — sets the stage for an exquisite floral display from late spring into early summer
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — making it suitable for front-of-border placements or as a feature in rock gardens
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — The lavender to white blooms
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — approximately 1 to 2 inches across
Pussy Ears (Calochortus Tolmiei) — Pussy Ears requires moderate watering

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