Crocus speciosus subsp. speciosus
- Bulbous plant
- 10 cm high
- Blue flowers
- For a sunny position
- Suitable for rock and alpine gardens
Autumn-flowering crocus. Lilac blue. Suitable for naturalizing, hardy in most parts of Europe.
Garden use
Use
Site and growing conditions
Planting density
Plant about 9 - 15 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 5 - 10 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | September - October |
| Flower colour | purpleblue |
| 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 speciosus subsp. speciosus |
|---|---|
| Genus | Crocus |
| Family | Iridaceae |

