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Olsynium douglasii aka Sisyrinchium douglasii, Sisyrinchium inflatum
(also known as Forest clarkia)
zones 3-6
35 seeds
Douglas’ Grasswidow is one of the earliest spring bloomers, often appearing even before snow has entirely melted. Flowers in shades of magenta, pink, and lavender bloom in early April at the top of stems that grow from clumps of narrow, sword-like leaves. It likes places that are wet in spring, but dry in summer and is at home with sagebrush, yellow pine, oaks, etc.
In the garden, these exquisite flowers can easily get lost among larger perennials or grass. Give them a spot to themselves where they’re sure to get the attention they deserve. Individual plants can be relatively short-lived, but if conditions are right it will leave offspring through offsets and self-seeding.
To grow, simply scatter seed on prepared soil in fall and allow to overwinter. Keep moist throughout winter and spring and through the growing season.
Olsynium douglasii aka Sisyrinchium douglasii, Sisyrinchium inflatum
(also known as Forest clarkia)
zones 3-6
35 seeds
Douglas’ Grasswidow is one of the earliest spring bloomers, often appearing even before snow has entirely melted. Flowers in shades of magenta, pink, and lavender bloom in early April at the top of stems that grow from clumps of narrow, sword-like leaves. It likes places that are wet in spring, but dry in summer and is at home with sagebrush, yellow pine, oaks, etc.
In the garden, these exquisite flowers can easily get lost among larger perennials or grass. Give them a spot to themselves where they’re sure to get the attention they deserve. Individual plants can be relatively short-lived, but if conditions are right it will leave offspring through offsets and self-seeding.
To grow, simply scatter seed on prepared soil in fall and allow to overwinter. Keep moist throughout winter and spring and through the growing season.