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Colchicum autumnale

Family Colchicaceae
Plant Type "bulb, corm or tuber"
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 10 - 30 cm (4 - 12 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The "bulb, corm or tuber" Colchicum autumnale (autumn crocus) produces showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late summer to early autumn. This plant is clump forming and has showy, matte and medium textured foliage. Colchicum autumnale (autumn crocus) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Colchicum autumnale is tolerant of drought.