Colchicum bivonae
Colchicum bivonae
- Native to:
- Albania | Bulgaria | East Aegean Is. | Greece | Italy | NW. Balkan Pen. | Sardegna | Sicilia | Türkiye | Türkiye-in-Europe
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Colchicaceae
- Genus:
- Colchicum
- Species:
- Colchicum bivonae
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Geophyte
- Height:
- 15 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- sep,oct,nov
- Bloom Colors:
- pink, purple, mauve
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- pollinators
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Propagation & Germination
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow immediately, Either the viability of these seeds is short or the species propagates best with fresh seed. Stored seed might be coaxed into germination with temperature cycling and patience. Expose to fluctuation outdoor winter temperatures including freezing for 3 months. Gradually increase light and temperature in the spring. * must have summer heat to germinate; may take 6 years to germinate; grow seedlings @ 4°C x 1 month