Colchicum byzantinum ‘Innocence’
Also Known As
- Innocence Autumn Crocus
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 6"
planting zones
Colchicum byzantinum ‘Innocence’ plant details
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Cormous perennial that sends up strappy foliage in spring that is dormant by summer with naked blooms in fall – goblet shaped, reminiscent of giant Crocus 4-6” high, white flowers open, often with flushes of pink in mid-September. Thrives in sun in well-drained soil, appreciates moisture during growth and bloom periods, is fine with dry during summer dormancy. Deer/critter resistant. All parts are toxic.
Gardening facts about Colchicum byzantinum ‘Innocence’ plant
How to Grow Colchicum byzantinum ‘Innocence’
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3"-6"
- sun - bright shade
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
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Width: 4"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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