Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asparagaceae

Genus:

Dichelostemma

Species:

Dichelostemma ida-maia

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Geophyte

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

Red

Native Range

United States: California, Oregon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or rocky soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to open woodlands and rocky slopes