Crocus sativus
- Bulbous plant
- 10 cm high
- Purple flowers
- For a sunny position
Saffron-crocus, soft violet with dark stripes. Suitable for naturalizing, hardy in most parts of Europe.
Garden use
Use
Planting density
Plant about 9 - 15 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 5 - 10 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | September - October |
| Flower colour | Purpleblue, Violet |
| Growth habit | Tuft |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry, Average |
| Soil | Pervious, Light, Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Crocus sativus |
|---|---|
| Genus | Crocus |
| Family | Iridaceae |
