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    Crocus tommasinianus 'Whitewell Purple'

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 4"
    • W: 4"

    planting zones

    • 3b-8b

    Crocus tommasinianus 'Whitewell Purple' plant details

    Crocus tommasinianus 'Whitewell Purple' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring lavender and white 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 'Whitewell Purple'

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

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocus tommasinianus 'Whitewell Purple'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Resembling the ballerinas of the crocus world - slender, elegant, petite and tenacious - Whitewell Purple is one of the first of the year. Plant en masse under deciduous trees and take advantage of the pre-foliage sun site for these beauties.

    By: Leafari

    Gardening facts about Crocus tommasinianus 'Whitewell Purple' plant

    How to Grow Crocus tommasinianus 'Whitewell Purple'

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Texture

      • grassy

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • lavender

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Color

      • green

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