Camassia leichtlinii ‘Caerulea’ - Great Camas Lily Bulb (Lavender-Blue) — Oregon-Grown

About This Plant

Camassia leichtlinii ‘Caerulea’, commonly known as Great Camas Lily or Indian Hyacinth, is a spring-flowering perennial bulb. It features tall spikes of lavender-blue flowers, upright green strappy foliage, and grows as an upright clumping perennial. It is native to the Pacific Northwest and thrives in moist soils, making it suitable for rain gardens, cottage gardens, woodland edges, and pollinator-friendly plantings.

What You Will Receive

You will receive Oregon-grown bulbs or live plants depending on selection. Bulbs are described as approximately 8+ cm in size. The listing notes bare-root bulbs are wrapped to retain moisture and ships in March and September.

Growing Information

• Flower Color: Lavender-blue
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 1–4 feet
• Spread: Approximately 24–28 inches
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Water: Moderate; prefers moist, well-draining soil
• Hardiness: Zones 3–9
• Growth Habit: Upright clumping perennial

Ideal Garden Uses

Pollinator gardens, rain gardens, cottage gardens, native plant landscapes, moist meadow plantings, woodland borders, and naturalized bulb displays.

Planting Companions

Pairs well with iris, lupine, columbine, ferns, astilbe, echinacea, and ornamental grasses.

Care Tips

• Plant bulbs 2–4 inches deep with pointed side facing upward
• Keep soil moist, fertile, and well-draining
• Best flowering in full sun to partial shade
• Water regularly during active growth
• Allow foliage to die back naturally after blooming
• Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor

Shipping Information

• Oregon-grown bulbs or live plants depending on selection
• Bare-root bulbs are wrapped to retain moisture
• Bulb size approximately 8+ cm
• Orders begin shipping in March and September
• Orders over $35 qualify for free USPS Ground shipping