Camassia (Camassia leichtlinii): Blue Star Spires for Spring

Camassia (Camassia leichtlinii) is a stunning North American native bulb that sends up tall, sturdy spikes densely packed with star-shaped, deep blue (sometimes white) flowers in late spring. Its linear, basal foliage is attractive. Thrives in moist, heavy soils — even clay — and naturalizes beautifully in meadows, rain gardens, and pond edges. A valuable pollinator plant.

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