grass widow
Also known as: purple rush lily; purple snowdrop; purple-eyed grass; spring bell; spring satin flower
A clump-forming perennial producing slender, upright stems sheathed with grass-like leaves. The flowers are 2cm long, nodding, bell-shaped and a rich purple with a satiny texture. They appear in early spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- grass widow (Olsynium douglasii)
- Genus
- Olsynium
- Family
- Iridaceae
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- Toxicity
- Alpine Rockery · Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0-0.1 metre
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of grass widow
Distribution map
Western Canada Western USA
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of grass widow
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grass widow care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame in autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in moist, humus-rich, moderately fertile soil in semi-shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally problem free
Pests
Generally problem free
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