Winter Garden Tips

Autumn Crocus

Colchicum speciosum
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Botanical Name

Colchicum speciosum

Hardiness

Zones 4 to 9

Height

6 to 12 inches

Flowers

Fall: white, rosy-purple, pink

Light

Full to part sun

Soil

Fertile and moist

Planting and Care

Plant in late August (ASAP), 3 inches deep and 6 inches apart, divide every 3-4 years to speed spread

Problems

None serious

Varieties to Consider

'Album' - white flowers

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