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Large Camas

Camassia Leichtlinii

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Overview

Camassia leichtlinii, or Large Camas, thrives in USDA zones 4-8, reaching heights of 2-3 feet. This perennial boasts tall spires of starry blue flowers in late spring, adding vertical interest to gardens. Preferring full sun to partial shade, it excels in moist, well-drained soils. Its striking blooms make for captivating backdrops in borders and are ideal for naturalizing meadows. Bulbs should be planted 4-6 inches deep and 4-8 inches apart.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–9Type BulbClimate Temperate
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — A native to the western United States; this plant is highly valued in landscape designs for its ability to add height and
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — This plant prefers full sun to light shade and requires moderately fertileLarge Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — displaying its splendor from late spring to early summerLarge Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — this plant is highly valued in landscape designs for its ability to add height and color to perennial bordersLarge Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — This plant prefers full sun to light shade and requires moderately fertile; bulb for full or halfLarge Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — bulb with blue and white bloomsLarge Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — Bulbs should be planted 4-6 inches deep and 4-8 inches apart+51

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Bulb
Family
Asparagaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — A native to the western United States; this plant is highly valued in landscape designs for its ability to add height and
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — This plant prefers full sun to light shade and requires moderately fertile
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — displaying its splendor from late spring to early summer
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — this plant is highly valued in landscape designs for its ability to add height and color to perennial borders
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — This plant prefers full sun to light shade and requires moderately fertile; bulb for full or half
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — bulb with blue and white blooms
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — Bulbs should be planted 4-6 inches deep and 4-8 inches apart
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — well-drained soil with consistent moisture; a native to the western United States
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — well-drained soil with consistent moisture
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — is a robust and captivating perennial bulb known for its striking vertical accents and vivid blossoms
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — Bulbs should be planted 4-6 inches deep and 4-8 inches apart; blooms are typically a deep blue or sometimes creamy white
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — Once established, it is quite low maintenance, only requiring division every few years to maintain vigor
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — Blooms are typically a deep blue or sometimes creamy white, approximately 1.5 to 2 inches across
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — Its striking blooms make for captivating backdrops in borders and are ideal for naturalizing meadows; is a robust and
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — and meadows.<br><br>Reaching heights of 24 to 30 inches
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — Camassia leichtlinii, or Large Camas, thrives in USDA zones 4-8, reaching heights of 2-3 feet; its striking blooms make
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — Preferring full sun to partial shade, it excels in moist, well-drained soils
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — about 20 to 30 inches long and 1 to 2 inches wide
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — This perennial boasts tall spires of starry blue flowers in late spring, adding vertical interest to gardens
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — is a robust and captivating perennial bulb known for its striking vertical accents and vivid blossoms; camassia
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — bulb for full or half
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — Preferring full sun to partial shade, it excels in moist, well-drained soils; bulb with blue and white blooms
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — A native to the western United States
Large Camas (Camassia Leichtlinii) — Its striking blooms make for captivating backdrops in borders and are ideal for naturalizing meadows
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