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Typical Washington Lily (Lilium washingtonianum ssp. washingtonianum) is a native perennial herb that grows in central and northern California. It tends to grow in open places, at elevations from 3900-7200 feet.

Plant type

Perennial herb, Geophyte

Size

1 ft Tall

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Color

White, Lavender

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Propagation

For propagating by seed: Sow outdoors in summer for germination the following spring, or 3-6 mos. warm then 2-3 mos. cold stratification. Seeds may also give good germination by spring if sown outdoors in early fall. For forcing slightly green or fresh seeds: 6-8 wks. warm (70°F) stratification or until the majority of seeds have formed bulblets; then 4-6 wks. cold (about 35°FJ stratification; sow, and at 55 to 60°F leaves should be produced in 4-6 wks. (De Graaff 1951).

Sunset Zones

1, 2, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17

Site type

Open places

Plant communities

Pine Forest

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