Crocus vernus 'Vanguard'
- Bulbous plant
- 10 cm high
- Purple flowers
- For a sunny position
- Suitable for rock and alpine gardens
Large flowering crocus with two different shades of pale blue. Flowering time: March-April. Height 15-20 cm.
Garden use
Use
Site and growing conditions
Planting density
Plant about 9 - 15 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 5 - 10 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | February - March |
| Flower colour | white, violet |
| Leaf colour | dark green |
| 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 vernus 'Vanguard' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Crocus |
| Family | Iridaceae |
