Joy Creek Nursery

333-004   Camassia quamash v. quamash     ( Quamash )

Camassia quamash v. quamash
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Native Americans cultivated these bulbous perennials in areas of vernal run-off that are magnificent when in bloom. This form grows in dry gravelly soils in the east end of the Columbia Gorge which are blessed with spring rain. 6- to 9-inch spikes of starry flowers in the spring. Will tolerate summer drought.

April to May. bloom   12-24 in. x 10 in.

Dark Blue Purple flowers

Sun     Zones 4-10
 



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