Photo of Colchicum x agrippinum flower by Secret Garden Growers

Photo by Secret Garden Growers

Used with permission, all rights reserved

Show all photos

Colchicum x agrippinum

Also Known As

  • Autumn Crocus
  • Meadow Saffron
  • Naked Lady

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 3"-4"
  • W: 3"-6"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

More Options

Colchicum x agrippinum plant details

Colchicum x agrippinum is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Colchicum x agrippinum

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colchicum x agrippinum

USDA Zones:
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rarely offered bulbous treasure, fall blooming, one of the most heavily checkered Autumn Crocus in violet-rose hues. Hybrid of C. autumnale and C. variegatum forming a nice little patch 3-4” tall. Non-flop small blue-green leaves emerge early spring and are dormant before summer. Naked flowers emerge early fall. Sun, decent soil, occasional summer water (but takes more with good soil drainage).

Gardening facts about Colchicum x agrippinum plant

How to Grow Colchicum x agrippinum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

Landscape groups by tags

Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals

© 2010—2025 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved