Limnanthes douglasii

Highly rewarding and wonderfully easy to grow, our California native Meadow Foam offers far more than simple charm. In spring, it releases a soft, sweet fragrance reminiscent of narcissus, drifting gently above a luminous carpet of bloom. The effect is both fresh and indulgent, bringing a sense of old-world romance to borders, paths, and containers alike.

Adaptable and unfussy about soil, Limnanthes douglasii quickly settles in and spreads into a glossy, low, weed-suppressing mat up to 30 inches across. Slender 10-inch stems rise above the foliage, each crowned with masses of perfectly formed, one-inch flowers—crisp white petals delicately brushed with lemon-yellow at their centers, creating a refined two-toned display that seems almost painted by hand.

Its bloom season is remarkably long, offering weeks of continuous color and fragrance, and its compact, flowing habit makes it superb as an edging plant or a graceful spiller in pots at least 10 inches across. Once established, it returns year after year by reliable self-sowing, weaving itself naturally into the garden and reappearing each spring with effortless beauty.

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If a plant arrives in substandard condition, please take clear photographs and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. To ensure eligibility under this guarantee, we strongly encourage you to open and unpack your shipment immediately upon delivery and inspect the plants thoroughly.

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