Crocus
Crocus sp.
Bulbs
Crocus brings an early spot of color to the landscape in late Winter with its small, cup-shaped flowers.
(Detailed plant information can be found at the bottom of the page.)
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Crocus sp. Plant Information
| Classification | |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name: | Crocus sp. |
| Common Name: | crocus |
| Family: | Iridaceae |
| Suggested Uses: | perennials, beds & borders, bulbs |
| Characteristics | |
| Plant Form: | upright, curved |
| Height: | 4 inches |
| Spread: | 3 inches |
| Foliage: | linear grass-like leaves are dark green with a central white stripe |
| Flower: | small, cup-shaped flowers in yellow, white, purple, or bicolor (white lined with purple) |
| Bloom Period: | late Winter |
| Environment | |
| Sun: | partial shade |
| Water: | medium water requirement |
| Soil: | well-drained |
| Heat Tolerance: | medium heat tolerance very cold hardy |
| USDA Zone: | zones 4 - 7 |
| Care | |
| Maintenance: | pre-chill bulbs prior to planting propagation by separation of the corms |
TTU Plant Resources
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Address
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Email
Melanie.Jackson@ttu.edu