Camassia
Camassia sends up slender, tapering spires of star-shaped flowers in soft blues, violets and creamy whites, opening gradually from the base of the spike. A prairie and meadow native, it gives florists a graceful, naturalistic line flower that adds vertical rhythm and gentle colour to spring designs. Its wild-hyacinth look suits garden-style bouquets, tall arrangements and loose installations. Blooming across April and May, it captures the fresh, untamed feel of a spring meadow.
| Family | Asparagaceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Western North America |
| Peak season | April, May |
| Availability | April, May, June |
| Stem length | 40–70 cm |
| Vase life | 5–8 days |
| Colors | blue, purple, white, cream |
| Price tier | mid |
Cut the tall spikes and condition upright in deep, cool water so the stems stay straight and the buds open from the base upward. Strip any lower foliage below the waterline and keep the water fresh to avoid fouling. Camassia is sensitive to ethylene, so keep it clear of ripening produce. Store cool and upright to prevent the tips from bending toward the light.
- •Condition upright in deep cool water
- •Strip lower foliage below the waterline
- •Keep away from ripening fruit and ethylene
- •Store cool and upright to keep stems straight
- •Refresh water to prolong the opening spike
