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Cusick Camass

Camassia Cusickii

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Overview

Cusick's Camass (Camassia cusickii) is a striking perennial, boasting impressive spikes of star-shaped blue flowers. Thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 3–8, it flourishes in full to partial sun and moist, well-drained soils. Typically reaching 2–3 feet in height, this lovely North American native adds vertical interest to gardens, blooming in late spring to early summer. Its bulbs can be toxic if ingested, so caution in pet-friendly spaces is advised.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 3–8
Cusick Camass (Camassia Cusickii) — boasting impressive spikes of star-shaped blue flowers

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Mature height
2–2.5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Liliaceae

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Cusick Camass (Camassia Cusickii) — Cusick's Camass (Camassia cusickii) is a striking perennial; typically reaching 2‚Äì3 feet in height
Cusick Camass (Camassia Cusickii) — boasting impressive spikes of star-shaped blue flowers; and is particularly well-suited for naturalistic garden
Cusick Camass (Camassia Cusickii) — Thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 3‚Äì8, it flourishes in full to partial sun and moist, well-drained soils; whether planted
Cusick Camass (Camassia Cusickii) — Typically reaching 2‚Äì3 feet in height; cusick's Camass (Camassia cusickii) is a striking perennial

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