Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000261
11/12/99
Camassia quamash (esculenta)--Camass
Height: 18 in Spacing: 6 in
Type: hardy bulb
Flowers: Blue
Comments: The light blue flowers of Camass have darker
blue veins. Quamash bulbs are planted in early autumn in
an area receiving sun or light shade. Garden soil is best
but the plant tolerates wet, soggy soil. Plant the bulbs
4 inches deep.
Propagation: Propagation is by division of dormant
plants. Remove the offsets from dormant bulbs.
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