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Blue Dicks

Dichelostemma Capitatum

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Overview

Dichelostemma capitatum, commonly known as Blue Dicks, is a perennial herb boasting lavender-blue blossoms. These flower clusters rise up to 3 feet on leafless stems each spring. Hardy bulbs thrive in USDA zones 6-9, preferring full sun or light shade. With minimal water requirements, they're excellent for xeriscapes. The tubular florets, about 3/4 inch long, attract bees and butterflies, adding both ecological value and vibrant color to any garden.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 5–10Type BulbClimate Temperate

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — is a perennial bulbiferous plant that adds a delightful splash of color to any garden; commonly known as, image 54

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Bulb
Family: Triteleia
Climate: Temperate

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Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — These flower clusters rise up to 3 feet on leafless stems each spring; exhibits sturdy stems that can grow between 12 to

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — exhibits sturdy stems that can grow between 12 to 30 inches tall; attract bees and butterflies, image 57

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — blue and lavender and purple flowers in the garden; adding both ecological value and vibrant color to any garden

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — They are particularly striking when mixed with other drought-tolerant species

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — exhibits sturdy stems that can grow between 12 to 30 inches tall; attract bees and butterflies

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — commonly known as Blue Dicks or Wild Hyacinth

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — They are particularly striking when mixed with other drought-tolerant species; dichelostemma capitatum, image 63

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — This native wildflower of the Western United States; grass-like leaves that span about 12 to 18 inches in, image 55

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — commonly known as Blue Dicks or Wild Hyacinth; bulb for full

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — attract bees and butterflies; this native wildflower of the Western United States, image 51

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — These flower clusters rise up to 3 feet on leafless stems each spring; exhibits sturdy stems that can grow, image 48

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — These flower clusters rise up to 3 feet on leafless stems each spring

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — though they often begin to wither away by the time the plant reaches its full blooming glory

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — bulb with blue and lavender and purple blooms; typically blooming from the early spring months through to early summer

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — Dichelostemma capitatum, commonly known as Blue Dicks, is a perennial herb boasting lavender-blue blossoms

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — commonly known as Blue Dicks or Wild Hyacinth; bulb for full, image 53

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — With minimal water requirements, they're excellent for xeriscapes

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — contributing to the ecological health of your garden; though they often begin to wither away by the time the plant

Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — particularly found in California

Dichelostemma Capitatum

Dichelostemma Capitatum

Dichelostemma Capitatum

Dichelostemma Capitatum

Dichelostemma Capitatum

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M. Dolly from San Diego, U.S, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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