Crocus laevigatus
Also Known As
- Autumn Crocus
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 3"-9"
- W: 2"-4"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Crocus laevigatus plant details
Crocus laevigatus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall lavender and white 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 laevigatus
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 IN - 4 IN - wide, 3 IN - 9 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender and white blooms in fall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocus laevigatus
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Crocus laevigatus plant
How to Grow Crocus laevigatus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- lavender
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"
Width: 6"
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
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Width: 6"
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- dry in summer
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"
Width: 3"
- sun - shade
- regular
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
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Width: 6"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 5"
- sun
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- dry in summer
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