Calochortus macrocarpus Sagebrush mariposa lily (Calochortaceae)

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Calochortus macrocarpus
Sagebrush mariposa lily
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The Calochortus macrocarpus plant species is found in Western N. America - British Columbia to Nevada. It is a member of the Calochortaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Sagebrush mariposa lily.

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Latin Name:  Calochortus macrocarpus
Common Name:  Sagebrush mariposa lily
Family:  Calochortaceae
Author:  Douglas.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry hills, usually in loose soil[60]. In sagebrush scrub and open coniferous forests to 2000 metres[90].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a deep very well-drained fertile sandy soil in a sunny position and must be kept dry over winter[1, 200]. This is a rather difficult plant to cultivate in Britain, it is very cold hardy but is intolerant of wetness especially in the winter. It is easiest to grow in a bulb frame but is worth trying outdoors at the base of a south-facing wall, especially with shrubs that like these conditions[120]. Bulbs can be lifted as soon as the foliage dies down in the summer and stored overwinter in a cool dry place, replanting in spring[138]. Bulbs frequently divide after flowering, the bulblets taking 2 years to reach flowering size[200]. Hand pollination is necessary if seed is required[1].

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