Overview
Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris is a tufted bulbs in the genus Brodiaea, part of the Asparagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, mediterranean climate plants, patio and container plants, rock garden, wildlife gardens, low maintenance, cut flowers, flower borders and beds, wall side borders and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Brodiaea terrestris, the dwarf brodiaea, is a species of plant in the genus Brodiaea that is native to California, Oregon and Baja California.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Brodiaea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds, Wall side borders, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris
- Propagation
- Separation of corms when dormant in summer
- Pest resistance
- Yes
- Disease resistance
- Yes
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris?
Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris need?
Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris hardy in the UK?
Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Brodiaea terrestris subsp. terrestris?
Separation of corms when dormant in summer.
More in the Brodiaea genus
- Brodiaea californicaCalifornia brodiaea
- Brodiaea coronarialarge-flowered Californian hyacinth
- Brodiaea eleganselegant cluster-lily
- Brodiaea leptandra
- Brodiaea terrestrisdwarf brodiaea
- Brodiaea californica lavender-flowered