Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Liliaceae

Genus:

Calochortus

Species:

Calochortus coxii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Geophyte

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained volcanic soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to serpentine soils