Description
Bundle of 5 large bulbs.
At a Glance: This species has large showy purple flowers that appear in late spring to summer once the ground has begun to dry. This perennial can grow up to 10 in tall.
Leaves: This species has narrow lance shaped green leaves that whither before the flower blooms.
Flowers: Inflorescences are six petaled, bright purple to violet, and expand to be 2 in. wide.
Growing Conditions:
| Sun/Shade Tolerance | Hydrology | Elevation Range |
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Full sun > 80%
Mostly sunny 60%-80%
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Dry
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Low elevation
Mid elevation
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References:
MacKinnon, A., Pojar, J., & Alaback, P. B. (1994). Plants of the Pacific Northwest coast: Washington, Oregon, British Columbia & Alaska. Richmond, Wash: Lone Pine Publishing.