Sagebrush Mariposa Lily

Lyall's Mariposa Lily should be watered regularly for best results. Watering should take place in the early morning, as excessive amounts of water on the foliage can cause fungal growth. During the summer months, the plant should be watered at least weekly and during periods of warmer temperatures the plant may need to be watered more frequently. In autumn and winter months, watering should be reduced to approximately once every 2 weeks. Be sure not to over water and be also mindful of the soil moisture level to avoid root rot.

Lyall's Mariposa Lily (Calochortus lyallii) does best in full sunlight to partial shade, receiving 5-8 hours of direct sunlight in the prime months of May-July and a couple of hours of morning or afternoon sunlight the other months of the year. This sun exposure window is essential for the plant to flower successfully in August-September. Sunlight should never be blocked for more than half of the day because the plant cannot stand too much heat. The plant should be kept in an area that receives adequate sunlight without intense heat.

Lyall's Mariposa Lily (Calochortus lyallii) is best pruned in late winter, before its spring flowering. A light but thorough pruning of no more than 1-third of the plant's foliage should be done, removing dead and damaged stems and leaving only the healthy parts intact. This will allow the plant to focus its energy on re-growth and will also help it to produce more flowers.