​Ixiolirion tataricum

( ik - see - oh - LIHR - ee - on )

At-A-Glance Information

These perennials that grow from bulb need full sun and moderate water during their growth and blooming periods. They form flower spikes that hold loose clusters of violet-blue flowers in late spring. Leaves are gray-green and narrow. Petals are marked with a dark central line, and stems reach 12-16 inches in height. Foliage will die back in summer and reappear the following spring. These plants grow best in zones 2-3 (with shelter), 4-11 and 14-21. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map. The genus Ixiolirion is in the plant family Ixioliriaceae and includes 4 species.

Caring for Ixiolirion tataricum

These bulbs can be planted in fall, set 3 inches under the soil surface and 3 inches apart. Bulbs can remain in place in the ground for many years undisturbed. When the plants become too crowded, dig and divide in fall. The bulbs can take some summer moisture but do not need any to survive their dormancy. 

Propagation

Problems and Pests

Gallery

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Videos

A video all about growing camellias successfully
Propagating camellias

Resources

Wikipedia: Ixiolirion
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Pages 000 - 000, Ixiolirion tataricum
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