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Colchicum pusillum

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 1"-3"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Colchicum pusillum plant details

Colchicum pusillum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall lavender and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Colchicum pusillum

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 IN - 3 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colchicum pusillum

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dwarf species from rocky hillsides in Greece and Cyprus with 1-6 white to pale rosy lilac flowers in autumn.

Gardening facts about Colchicum pusillum plant

How to Grow Colchicum pusillum

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • lavender
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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