Quick answer: Wild hyacinth (Atlantic camas) (Camassia scilloides) is native to 20 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 16 Sep 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Part shade, Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Medium |
| Soil | Circumneutral pH, limestone-based/sandy/loam/clay |
| Bloom | Mar-Jun |
| Height | Up to 2 ft |
| Wildlife value | Nectar for bees/butterflies |
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (16 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
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Where is Wild hyacinth (Atlantic camas) native?
Wild hyacinth (Atlantic camas) (Camassia scilloides) is native to 20 states across the Northeast, Midwest and South. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Wild hyacinth (Atlantic camas) bloom?
Wild hyacinth (Atlantic camas) blooms Mar-Jun. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Wild hyacinth (Atlantic camas) need?
Light: Part shade, Shade. Water: Medium. Soil: Circumneutral pH, limestone-based/sandy/loam/clay. Mature height: Up to 2 ft.
Is Wild hyacinth (Atlantic camas) good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Nectar for bees/butterflies.
Is Wild hyacinth (Atlantic camas) deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Wild hyacinth (Atlantic camas) is tolerates shade.
Where can I buy real Wild hyacinth (Atlantic camas) seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seeds that names the true species, last checked 16 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Camassia scilloides on any listing.
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