Crocus mysius

Crocus mysius

Native to:
Türkiye

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Iridaceae
Genus:
Crocus
Species:
Crocus mysius

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
10 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
feb,mar
Bloom Colors:
yellow, orange

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, early pollinators
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–45 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best with temperatures around 15-18°C after cold stratification. May take two seasons to germinate.

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