Species fall flowering crocus

fall flowering crocus

Crocus speciosus

Also Known As - Bieberstein's crocus
Fall flowering crocus (Crocus speciosus) is a bright and bold species of plant found increasingly in gardens and meadows as the climate in many countries becomes more temperate. This special crocus shows off its blooms from August to late autumn in vibrant shades of magenta, white, and purple. A low-maintenance plant, it requires full sun exposure and is drought-resistant making it an ideal choice for sunny dry gardens. Fall flowering crocus has many uses around the garden, whether it be for paving setts, a huge carpet of beauty in naturalized or grassy areas, or equally stunning in a large pot on your patio.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Division

Hardiness Zone:

4

Flowers:

Showy, Violet, Blue, (lilac with paler coloured throats and dark veins) Flowers In Autumn

Sun:

Full sun, Part sun/part shade

Soil:

Well-drained

Fruits:

Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Fall flowering crocus (Crocus speciosus) should be watered every 2-3 days when they are in full bloom and just beginning to form buds. During each watering, the soil should be moistened and all excess water drained away. Once the flowers have faded, make sure to reduce the frequency of watering and only water when the soil almost dries out. When not in bloom, allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Keep an eye out for signs of excessive turnover as too much water can cause the plant to rot.

sunlight

The fall flowering crocus (Crocus speciosus) should receive full sun in the spring and early summer. However, once the blooms appear in the fall this plant does best in part-sun to part-shade. When the blooms appear, you should aim to provide it with up to 4 hours of direct sunlight and 8-10 hours of indirect light per day for best flowering. If the intensity of the sun is too strong during the summer months, you should provide the plant with light shade to protect it against burning and wilting.

pruning

When to Prune: Fall flowering crocus should be pruned after blooming. How Much to Prune: To promote healthy blooms in future years, remove flower heads as well as any dead or damaged foliage. Pruning back to about 2 inches above the ground will also help keep the crocus looking neat and tidy. Not pruning away the foliage can also reduce blooms in future years.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Aug
Starts Flowering

Fall flowering crocus typically start flowering in September or October.

Harvest Fruit

The Crocus speciosus, or fall flowering crocus, typically begins to flower in September and continues through October.

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