Camassia esculenta

Eastern Camas

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Bulbous perennial native to western North America featuring star-shaped blue-violet flowers in spring. Historically a vital food source for indigenous peoples.
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Plant Details

Common Name Eastern Camas
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Camassia
Species Esculenta
Origin Western North America
Blooming Spring, April to May
Leaf Color Blue-green basal strap leaves
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining soil. Avoid waterlogging during summer dormancy.

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Watering

Keep moist during active growth and blooming. Allow to dry out completely after foliage dies back.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for best flowering; tolerates partial shade in hotter climates.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced bulb fertilizer in early spring when shoots emerge from soil.

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Pruning

Remove spent flower stalks immediately. Cut back faded foliage once it turns yellow.

Pest Control Aphid Slug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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