Glowing, elongated mauve to rose petals with bright orange stamens.

Aspect: Half Sun

Growing Zones: Zones 1, 2 (refer to Climate Map)

Flowers: Aug;Sep

Product Type: Crocus

Product code: CR9

Scientific Name: Crocus tommasinianus

Supplied as: Dry Bulbs

Water Wise: Yes

Colour: Purple

Planting Time: Mar;Apr;May

End Use: Pots;Rockery;Naturalising

Frost Hardy: Yes

Height: 10cm

Crocus: (Zones 1,2)- See also General Bulb Growing Instructions

Crocus are great naturalisers and are relatively disease free. For best results crocus like a south facing aspect and are commonly planted around the roots of trees. Plant 5cm deep and 5-10cm apart. In warmer areas they like a layer of mulch to keep them cool in summer. Crocus chrysanthus feature multiple small flowers per bulb from small bulbs. Crocus vernus have larger bulbs and flowers. Flowers early spring.