Overview

Calochortus albus is a plant with a bulbous perennial habit in the genus Calochortus, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear leaves foliage. Calochortus albus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers and rock gardens.

About

Calochortus albus, commonly known as white Mariposa lily, is a bulbous perennial in the Liliaceae family. It produces tulip-shaped, white flowers in spring and early summer, borne on branched stems above linear leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers well-drained, neutral loam soil. Suitable for borders, containers, and rock gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H5 and can be propagated by bulbs or seeds.

About the genus

Calochortus is a genus of flowering plants in the lily family. The group includes herbaceous, perennial and bulbous species, all native to North America.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Calochortus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Calochortus albus size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Bulbous perennial

Foliage

Linear leaves

Suggested uses

Borders, containers, rock gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Calochortus albus

Propagation

Bulbs, seeds

Pest resistance

Susceptible to aphids, snails, slugs

Disease resistance

Susceptible to root rot, mildew

Frequently asked questions