Ookow, Fork-Toothed Ookow, Blue Dicks, Brodiaea congesta
Dichelostemma congestum (Ookow) is a cormous perennial boasting showy rounded clusters packed with 6-15 lasting lilac-purple flowers in early summer. Attractive to bees, they are borne atop straight and slender stems above the foliage of narrow, grassy leaves that die down as the flowers open. Adding interest and movement with the slightest breeze, Ookow is a great choice for the dry garden and looks enchanting laced through other perennials or sun loving grasses.
| Hardiness |
6 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
6 - 10 |
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs |
| Plant Family | Asparagaceae |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early) |
| Height |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spread |
3" - 4" (8cm - 10cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Native Plants | California, Oregon, Pacific Northwest, United States, Washington |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Bees |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
6 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
6 - 10 |
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs |
| Plant Family | Asparagaceae |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early) |
| Height |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spread |
3" - 4" (8cm - 10cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Native Plants | California, Oregon, Pacific Northwest, United States, Washington |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Bees |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
How many Dichelostemma congestum (Ookow) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Dichelostemma congestum (Ookow) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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