Camassia quamash
Camassia quamash
Camassia quamash
Camassia quamash
Camassia quamash
Camassia quamash
Camassia quamash
Camassia quamash
Camas
Bulbs in good condition, well packaged. They are now in the ground, awaiting the beautiful days.
Annick, 08/10/2024
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Description
Camassia quamash or Camassia esculenta is a perennial plant that forms large and generous clumps. It grows quickly and can reach a height of 50 to 70cm (20 to 28in). Its flower spikes, measuring 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12in) long, produce star-shaped flowers that are 3 to 5 cm (1 to 2in) in diameter. These vibrant blue flowers bloom from May to June. The deciduous leaves are linear and lanceolate in shape, measuring 20 to 50 cm (8 to 20in) in length, and are green in colour.
Originating from North America, this Camassia returns more vigorous each year. It can be found in perennial borders, wild gardens, wet meadows, as well as near water features. It can also be planted as an edging in your gardens. It is a good flower for bouquets. It has bulbs that are not eaten by rodents, so they can be left in place.
Also known as the Common Camas, Camassia quamash has bulbs that were once eaten by Native American tribes or used to make flour. When roasted or boiled, it tastes similar to sweet potato. However, all other parts of the plant are toxic. The word 'Quamash' means 'sweet' in the Native American language.
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Plant habit
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Foliage
Botanical data
Camassia
quamash
Asparagaceae
Camas
Phalangium quamash, Anthericum quamash, Camassia esculenta,
North America
Planting and care
Place Camassia quamash in partial shade or full sun in a fertile, humus-rich and well-drained soil such as wet meadows. The plant naturalises well if the soil is moist. Plant it in autumn at a depth of 10 cm (4in) and space the bulbs 20 cm (8in) apart. Water it regularly but not excessively to avoid the plant rotting due to stagnant moisture. Camassia naturalises very well when left undisturbed. Mulch in winter in regions with harsh winters. Once the flowers have faded, remove the flower stalks, leaving the stem. Also remove the foliage when it turns yellow. The perennial returns each year with increasing vigour and more abundant inflorescences. Aphids and slugs may attack Camassia, but they cause very little damage as the plant is highly resistant.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.