Camassia Leichtlini Alba
Description
Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba' (3 bulbs) – Ivory-white spikes & wild verticality Proposed by Van Noort
Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba' displays superb ivory-white star-shaped spikes in May-June, perched on long, slender stems.
Native to the North American prairies, this bulbous perennial evokes both free nature and botanical elegance, perfect for naturalistic beds , vaporous borders or structured flower meadows .
Its late flowering goes wonderfully with grasses, alliums or mid-season perennials, while attracting pollinators .
It thrives in fresh soil, even clayey, and naturalizes easily , providing height, light and movement year after year.
A vertical and poetic plant, as beautiful in a wild garden as in a sophisticated composition.
Characteristics of Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba'
Average height : 80 to 100 cm
Exposure : Sun to partial shade
Hardiness : Zone 3 and above
Attracts wildlife : Yes, pollinators (bees, hoverflies)
Water requirements : Moderate to cool (tolerates spring humidity)
Ideal soil : Rich, fresh, well-drained, even clayey
Quantity : 3 bulbs
Planting and cultivation of Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba'
When to plant From September to November, for flowering in May-June
In open ground : Perfect in a naturalistic bed , structured meadow , or mixed border . Combine with white alliums , perennial geraniums or fine grasses .
In a pot : Possible in a large, deep, well-drained container . Combine with soft foliage or pastel flowers for a soft effect.
How to plant
1 Depth : 10 to 15 cm
2 Spacing : 20 to 25 cm
3 Watering : Moderate after planting, keep the soil cool in spring
Maintenance of Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba'
Watering : Regular in spring if the soil is dry
Fertilizer : Mature compost or soft manure in the fall
Pruning : Cut off the faded stems, let the foliage dry
Wintering : No care required, very hardy bulb
Why choose Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba'
White starry bloom , elegant and wild
Ideal for naturalistic gardens , country beds or high borders
Very hardy , tolerates cool to heavy soils
Brings height, lightness and late flowering to your compositions
Give your spring scenes a poetic structure with Camassia leichtlinii 'Alba', offered by Van Noort — a rare, bright, and vibrant bulbous perennial.
Pair with white alliums , soft grasses , iris sibirica or perennial geraniums for a natural, airy and luminous scene.
