Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Iridaceae

Genus:

Crocus

Species:

Crocus cappadocicus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte

Height:

10 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

purple, violet

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, early pollinators

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Sow fresh seed in fall; germination may be irregular and can take several months. Requires cool temperatures.

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