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.
Category: Bulbs
Additional information
Generic | Colchicum |
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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 | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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