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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
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.
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By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.
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How to Grow Tecophilaea cyanocrocus Storm Cloud Group
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Flower Color
- white
- blue
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Color
- green
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 4"-8"
- sun -mostly sun
- regular
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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