Doublehorn Calicoflower (Downingia Bicornuta) is a annual herb in the Campanulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Downingia bicornuta is a small annual wildflower native to western North America, recognized for its showy blue and white flowers with yellow markings.

Doublehorn Calicoflower

Doublehorn Calicoflower

Downingia Bicornuta

Downingia bicornuta is a small annual wildflower native to western North America, recognized for its showy blue and white flowers with yellow markings.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, biodiversity, seasonal color

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Doublehorn Calicoflower

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Campanulaceae
Genus:Downingia