Firecracker Flower, Crimson Californian Hyacinth, Crimson Satin Flower, Floral Firecracker, Vegetable Firecracker, Brevoortia ida-maia, Brodiaea coccinea, Brodiaea ida-maia
Widely cultivated for its showy flowers, Dichelostemma ida-maia (Firecracker Flower) is a cormous perennial boasting tight umbels packed with 6-20 tubular, brilliant crimson flowers adorned with green reflexed tips. Blooming in early summer, each umbel may have some hanging flowers and some erect fruiting flowers at the same time. Attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds, they are borne atop straight and slender stems above the foliage of narrow, upright leaves that die down as the flowers open. Adding color and interest, Firecracker Flower is a great choice for the dry garden and looks enchanting laced through other perennials or sun loving grasses.
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 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 |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Native Plants | California, Oregon, Pacific Northwest, United States |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 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 |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 3' (30cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Native Plants | California, Oregon, Pacific Northwest, United States |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
How many Dichelostemma ida-maia (Firecracker Flower) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Dichelostemma ida-maia (Firecracker Flower) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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