Saffron Crocus. An autumn flowering bulb with open, rich lilac flowers with purple veins, narrow, dull green leaves are produced with or slightly after flowering. Saffron is obtained from the deep red style. Max Height 5cm. Max Spread 5cm. Flowers September to October. Full sun. Hardy.
Crocus sativus
An autumn flowering bulb with open, rich lilac flowers with purple veins, narrow, dull green leaves are produced with or slightly after flowering. Saffron is obtained from the deep red style.
Additional information
| Generic | Crocus |
|---|---|
| Species | sativus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Saffron Crocus |
| Flower Colour | lilac |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 5cm |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 5cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | September, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
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