How to Grow and Care for Atlantic camas

Atlantic camas, also known as Eastern camas, Eastern Camas Lily, Eastern Hyacinth

Atlantic camas thrives with minimal care, making it an easy addition to gardens. They require well-drained soil and consistent moisture during the growing season, yet are drought-tolerant once established. Special care points include avoiding waterlogged conditions to prevent bulb rot, and providing a period of cold dormancy in winter to ensure vigorous spring growth.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Atlantic camas

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-7
Planting Time	Fall
Hardiness Zones	6-9

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Atlantic camas is a perennial wildflower that typically thrives in moist, acidic, and fertile soils with good drainage. It can flourish in both full sun and partial shade environments. This plant slowly matures and is noted for its longevity. It does not produce offsets from the bulb but propagates by seed, often taking three years to bloom. The foliage supports the growth and development of the plant until it can showcase its blossoms.