Photo of Crocus chrysanthus 'Cream Beauty' flower by Leafari

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Crocus chrysanthus 'Cream Beauty'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 4"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Crocus chrysanthus 'Cream Beauty' plant details

Crocus chrysanthus 'Cream Beauty' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring cream and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 Crocus chrysanthus 'Cream Beauty'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 wide, 4 IN tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, rock garden, summer dormant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocus chrysanthus 'Cream Beauty'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This aptly named early flowering snow crocus is the color of brie and equally delicious. Against the dark soils of no-longer-snow-covered late winter gardens, Cream Beauty shines.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Crocus chrysanthus 'Cream Beauty' plant

How to Grow Crocus chrysanthus 'Cream Beauty'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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