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Plant details
Sometimes known as wild hyacinths, camassias come from North America where the huge bulbs were a traditional wild food crop. They are striking plants when in flower, very long-lived and a perfect choice for naturalising in long grass and wildflower gardens, or in a bog garden which will satisfy their love of moist conditions - unusually for bulbs, they will even tolerate wet soil in winter. For best effect, plant in large drifts so that their tall slender stems of star-like white, blue or mauve flowers can make a strong impact.
Family: Hyacinthaceae
Genus: Camassia
Species: quamash
Plant type: Spring-blooming bulb
Flower colour: Mixed
Foliage colour: Mid-green
Feature: Flowers
Sun exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Moist
Hardiness: Hardy
Skill level: Beginner
Height: 90cm
Spread: 30cm
Time to divide plants: March to April
Flowering period: May to June
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