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grass widow · Sisyrinchium douglasii (Olsynium douglasii)

Description: deciduous species with magenta flowers (very early spring) and grass-like foliage (6-10"). It prefers spring moisture followed by a summer dry period. Good choice for rock gardens. Sun/part sun, low water.