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    Colchicum bulbocodium

    Also Known As

    • Romulea Bulbocodium vernum

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 4"-6"
    • W: 2"-6"

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

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    Colchicum bulbocodium plant details

    Colchicum bulbocodium is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Colchicum bulbocodium

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: colchicaceae, iridaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 2 IN - 6 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
    Flowers: lavender blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Colchicum bulbocodium

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Crocus-like species from the Mediterranean; violet flowers, one of the hardier species flowering in spring.

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Colchicum bulbocodium plant

    How to Grow Colchicum bulbocodium

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • lavender

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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    Colchicum 'The Giant'

    aka Colchicum 'Giant', Autumn Crocus, Giant Autumn Crocus

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    4b-9b

    Size

    Height: 4"-12"

    Width: 6"-12"

    • sun - dappled shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry when dormant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Colchicum 'The Giant' flower by Cistus Nursery
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    Colchicum speciosum

    aka Autumn Crocus

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 9"-12"

    Width: 4"-6"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Colchicum speciosum flower by Karl Gercens III
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    Colchicum 'Waterlily'

    aka Waterlily Autumn Crocus, Waterlily Double Fall Crocus

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 5"-12"

    Width: 6"-18"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Colchicum 'Waterlily' flower by Panayoti Kelaidis
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    Colchicum x agrippinum

    aka Autumn Crocus, Meadow Saffron, Naked Lady

    Plant Type

    Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 3"-4"

    Width: 3"-6"

    • sun - bright shade
    • occasional
    Photo of Colchicum x agrippinum flower by Secret Garden Growers
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