Autumn Crocus,Meadow Saffron. A robust, autumn flowering bulb with narrow green leaves. Goblet-shaped, lavender-pink flowers. Max Height 10cm to 15cm. Max Spread 8cm. Flowers September to October. Full sun. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten.
Colchicum autumnale
A robust, autumn flowering bulb with narrow green leaves. Goblet-shaped, lavender-pink flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Colchicum |
|---|---|
| Species | autumnale |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Autumn Crocus, Meadow Saffron |
| Flower Colour | lavender, pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 10cm, 15cm |
| Family | Colchicaceae |
| Spread | 8cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | September, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | CAUTION toxic if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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