Autumn Crocus
Colchicum autumnale
Genus: Colchicum
Species: autumnale
Colchis is an area of Asia where various species of Colchicum can be found growing in the wild.
Category: Bulbs, Corms & Tubers
Height: 0.10 m (10 cm)
Spread: 0.10 m (10 cm)
Form: Corm
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Soil Type: Nutritious, well drained.
This perennial corm has long, lance-shaped leaves. During autumn, goblet-like pink-lilac flowers are produced. As the common name suggests, Colchicum autumnale are often mistaken for a type of Crocus. But they are not at all related. Colchicum autumnale is ideal for naturalising in grass.
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