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Plant Care
Sego lily
(Calochortus nuttallii)
Also Known As
Sego lily, Nuttall's mariposa lily, Nuttall's calochortus, Yellow mariposa lily
About This Plant
Calochortus nuttallii is a species of flowering plant in the lily family, Liliaceae. It is commonly called the Sego Lily or Mariposa Lily. The plant is native to western North America, ranging from British Columbia to California and east to Montana and Wyoming. It is a herbaceous perennial plant that grows from a bulb and produces one to several erect stems, each up to 60 cm tall, bearing one to several flowers.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
12-24 inches (30-60 cm)
Light Requirements
Calochortus nuttallii prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as well.
Humidity Needs
The plant prefers low to moderate humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
The plant does not require much fertilization. A light application of balanced fertilizer in the spring can help promote growth and flowering.
Pruning Guidelines
After the plant has finished flowering, the stems can be cut back to the ground. This will help prevent the plant from self-seeding and spreading too much.
Common Pests and Diseases
Calochortus nuttallii is generally not bothered by pests or diseases.
Indoor Size Range
N/A
Watering Schedule
The plant prefers well-drained soil and does not like to be overwatered. Water it deeply once a week during the growing season and reduce watering during the dormant season.
Temperature Range
Calochortus nuttallii is cold-hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It prefers cool to moderate temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-8.
Growing Season
The growing season for Calochortus nuttallii is from spring to early summer.
Growing Difficulty Level
Calochortus nuttallii is relatively easy to grow and care for. It requires well-drained soil and does not like to be overwatered. It is cold-hardy and can tolerate a range of temperatures.
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 4-8.
Did You Know?
The Sego Lily was designated the state flower of Utah in 1911. The bulb of the plant was an important food source for Native American tribes in the western United States.
