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Tecophilaea cyanocrocus Storm Cloud Group

Also Known As

  • Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Storm Cloud'
  • Storm Cloud Chilean Blue Crocus

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 4"-8"
  • W: 4"-8"

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Tecophilaea cyanocrocus Storm Cloud Group plant details

Tecophilaea cyanocrocus Storm Cloud Group is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and winter blue and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tecophilaea cyanocrocus Storm Cloud Group

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: tecophilaeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, rare, rock garden, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tecophilaea cyanocrocus Storm Cloud Group

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Storm Cloud' is a rare form of the Chilean blue crocus with white flowers tipped with lavender and bluish lavender in early spring. Choice. During summer dormancy keep dry and cool. Protect in a frost free environment over the winter. Worth every effort.

Gardening facts about Tecophilaea cyanocrocus Storm Cloud Group plant

How to Grow Tecophilaea cyanocrocus Storm Cloud Group

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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