Crocus chrysanthus 'Herald'

Also Known As

Herald Snow Crocus

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 3"-6"
W: 3"-6"

planting zones

3a-8b

Crocus chrysanthus 'Herald' plant details

Crocus chrysanthus 'Herald' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring purple and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Crocus chrysanthus 'Herald'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, rock garden, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocus chrysanthus 'Herald'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crocus chrysanthus 'Herald' has lovely yellow to deep yellow petals with deep purple reverses. The flowers are smaller than the large Dutch hybrids and bloom earlier. Species, or snow crocus, are some of the first bulbs to emerge in the late winter, two weeks before other forms. They will grow anywhere grass does, but don't mow them until the foliage dies back.