Crocus chrysanthus 'Prins Claus'

Also Known As

Prins Claus Snow Crocus

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

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

planting zones

3a-8b

Crocus chrysanthus 'Prins Claus' plant details

Crocus chrysanthus 'Prins Claus' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring purple and white 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 'Prins Claus'

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 white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, rock garden, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Crocus chrysanthus 'Prins Claus'

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 'Prins Claus' features large, white, cup shaped flowers with a purple flash on the exterior and rich, egg yolk coloured anthers. Richly perfumed. Species, or snow crocus, are some of the first bulbs to emerge in the late winter, two weeks before other forms. They will grow in the garden or anywhere grass does, but don't mow them until after the foliage dies back.