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The Plant Life of the Lurie Garden


Overview
Perennials and Bulbs of the Lurie Garden

Quamash

Tall spikes of flowers arise from the swordlike foliage. Can tolerate damp meadows.

 
Latin name Camassia leichtlinii 'Blue Danube'
Common name Quamash
Family Liliaceae
Zone Z3-8
Bloom time Spring/Summer
Season(s) of Interest
Height 3'
Native or origin Native
Soil conditions Average to wet
Flower color Dark Blue
Known wildlife aspects Deer/rodent resistant
Light Requirements Sun to Part-Shade
Lurie Garden location Meadow
Companion plants



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