Crocus speciosus

Among the easiest to grow of all the autumn flowering crocus. Dramatically effective, deep lilac to purple hues, with bright yellow anthers. Good in light shade or under deciduous shrubs, or in light grass, planted deeply. They will flower later than suggested in their first year, consequent to them having been out of the soil and dried off this summer. Do buy enough of them ! Our suggested planting density 15 per sq. ft.

RHS Award of Garden Merit.

This plant/cultivar has been awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit because it has proved to be reliable in appropriate conditions and a good performing plant. 

Planting Instructions

Good in light shade or under deciduous shrubs and even in grass if not too coarse, planted deeply 4" (10cm) at about a suggested planting density of up to 15 bulbs per square foot (30cm square).Dormant all summer so drought is no issue to them. They will flower late in their first year as a consequence of having been dug and disturbed.

Plant Details

Flowers    September / October
Height      5" (12cm)
Hardy