Photo of Crocus tommasinianus 'Ruby Giant' flower by Leafari

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Crocus tommasinianus 'Ruby Giant'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 4"
  • W: 4"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Crocus tommasinianus 'Ruby Giant' plant details

Crocus tommasinianus 'Ruby Giant' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring lavender and pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. 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 tommasinianus 'Ruby Giant'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocus tommasinianus 'Ruby Giant'

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

Not grown in this country as widely as should be the case, Ruby Giant is perhaps the best know of the Tommy crocuses. These petite, graceful flowers, with slender necks and remarkably sturdy constitutions, weather late winter cold and snow with aplomb.

By: Leafari

Gardening facts about Crocus tommasinianus 'Ruby Giant' plant

How to Grow Crocus tommasinianus 'Ruby Giant'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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