Colchicum 'Waterlily'

Also Known As

Waterlily Autumn Crocus
Waterlily Double Fall Crocus

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 5"-12"
W: 6"-18"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Colchicum 'Waterlily' plant details

Colchicum 'Waterlily' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall pink and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Colchicum 'Waterlily'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 5 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in fall
Uses: fall color, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colchicum 'Waterlily'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Colchicum 'Waterlily' is one of the most beautiful of the autumn crocus producing multiple double-petaled, lavender-pink flowers per bulb. The lush, green leaves emerge in spring into attractive mounds and go dormant in summer. The flowers arise without leaves in late summer or fall. Grow in fertile, well-drained soil. Our bulbs are extra large grade bulbs compared to those commonly available elsewhere.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

An outstanding cross of two species of Colchium, this baby sends up clumps of foliage in spring which disappear into dormancy in summer. The flowers start unfurling Sept and continue into Oct...fully double lilac pink blossoms across resemble waterlilies, stunning! Average well drained soil, medium water, sun to light shade. Woodland gem, rock garden, border accent. Naturalizes; deer and critter resistant, toxic.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Double purple-pink flowers burst into bloom and float above parched soil in the August garden. Foliage begins to grow in fall and goes dormant in May.