Autumn Crocus. A robust, autumn flowering bulb with narrow green leaves. Open goblet-shaped, pale to deep pinkish purple flowers, with yellow anthers. Max Height 15cm to 20cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers September to October. Full sun. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten.
Colchicum speciosum
A robust, autumn flowering bulb with narrow green leaves. Open goblet-shaped, pale to deep pinkish purple flowers, with yellow anthers.
Additional information
| Generic | Colchicum |
|---|---|
| Species | speciosum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Autumn Crocus |
| Flower Colour | purple, pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 15cm, 20cm |
| Family | Colchicaceae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| 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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| Maintenance | |
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