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    Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'

    Also Known As

    • Violacea 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 'Violacea' plant details

    Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and winter purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional 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 'Violacea'

    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: purple blooms in spring and winter
    Uses: container plant, rare, rock garden, summer dormant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea' is a rare purple form of the Chilean blue crocus. It produces velvety purple-blue flowers in early spring. Thin white stripes accentuate the base of each petal. During summer dormancy keep dry and cool. Protect in a frost free environment over the winter. Worth every effort.

    By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

    Gardening facts about Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea' plant

    How to Grow Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Violacea'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • 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

      • purple

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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