Description
Crocus sativus is a unique autumn-blooming crocus that produces delicate lilac-purple flowers with three vivid red stigmas, which are harvested to make saffron. Growing 4 to 6 inches tall, Crocus sativus adds rich fall color to herb gardens, rock gardens, borders, and other sunny spaces. It grows best in full sun to part shade and prefers gritty, well-drained soil with dry summers. Plant the corms about 4 inches deep and 4 to 6 inches apart in late summer or early fall, with the pointed end facing up. Water lightly during growth and let the foliage die back naturally after flowering. Hardy in zones 6 to 9, this drought-tolerant crocus can return each year when grown in the right conditions.
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Planting and Maintenance Info:
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Planting Depth: 4 Inches
Bulb Spacing: 4-6 Inches
Plant Crocus sativus in waves in the garden or lawn. If planting in the lawn wait at least 6 weeks after the crocus have flowered to mow the lawn. Snow Crocus will multiply and come back year after year if left undisturbed.
Plant Height: 4-6 Inches
Bloom Time: Blooms early spring
Hardiness Zone: 6-9
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