Crocus nudiflorus

Crocus nudiflorus

Native to:
France | Spain

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
sep,oct,nov
Bloom Colors:
purple, violet

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Autumn-flowering crocus; plant corms in summer for fall bloom. Seeds germinate in spring following fall seed set.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Expose to fluctuation outdoor winter temperatures including freezing for 3 months. Gradually increase light and temperature in the spring. * best sown in fall; grow seedlings @ 4°C; leave in pot for 2 years before planting out

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society