Autumn Crocus. A robust, autumn flowering bulb with narrow leaves. Attractive fully double, pinkish lilac flowers. Max Height 8cm to 10cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers September to October. Full sun. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten.
Colchicum ‘Waterlily’
A robust, autumn flowering bulb with narrow leaves. Attractive fully double, pinkish lilac flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Colchicum |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Waterlily' |
| Common Name | Autumn Crocus |
| Flower Colour | pink, lilac |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 8cm, 10cm |
| Family | Colchicaceae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| 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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