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Crocus heuffelianus

Also Known As

  • Crocus heufflianus
  • Crocus venus

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Crocus heuffelianus plant details

Crocus heuffelianus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. 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 Crocus heuffelianus

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocus heuffelianus

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crocus heuffelianus is a beautiful crocus with large, lavender-purple flowers with dark purple chevrons at the petal tips. The bright orange pistils set off the display.
What is usually sold as Crocus vernus are the big dutch hybrid crocuses. This is the wild-type version. Smaller, more graceful, just as easy and early. Zone 4 .

Gardening facts about Crocus heuffelianus plant

How to Grow Crocus heuffelianus

  • 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

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Texture

    • grassy
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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