(Camassia leichtlinii ssp. suksdorfii 'Blue Danube') kah-MASS-ee-ah lekt-LIN-ee-eye subspecies sooks-DORF-ee-eye Synonyms:  'Blau Donau' Genus:  Camassia

Spikes of violet, star-shaped flowers top stems reaching from 2 to 4 feet in late spring. The species is native to western Oregon. 'Blue Danube' would be beautiful in a border, meadow, or containers. Camassia make good cut flowers.

Noteworthy Characteristics: 

Bears 4- to 12-inch long spikes of violet flowers in late spring. The flower segments twist together as they fade.

Care: 

In the fall, choose a site in full sun to part shade with moist but well-drained, fertile, humusy soil. Camassia do not like waterlogged soil.

Propagation: 

Sow seed in a cold frame when ripe. Extract offsets when dormant in summer.

Problems: 

Leaf smut and a few fungal leaf spots may occur.

Overview

Height 3 ft. to 6 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Native, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Late Spring, Spring Flower Color Blue, Purple Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flower Style Cottage Garden, Meadow Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Bulbs