Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000393
11/12/99
Colchicum autumnale--Autumn Crocus
Height: 18 in Spacing: 6 in
Type: hardy bulb
Flowers: Pink
Comments: Autumn Crocus produces leaves in the spring and
flowers (Vis. 1) in the fall. The plants prefer semi-shade
but take full sun if well watered. Plant the bulbs 2 inches
deep in moist soil containing lots of organic matter.
Unless the plants show signs of overcrowding leave them
alone. A bulb, set in a sunny window, blooms without soil
or water. Once a bulb is forced in this manner it must be
planted. The leaves (Vis. 2) sprawl out and take up much
room in the spring. The height given is for the foliage,
the flower will be only about 8 inches tall (Vis. 3).
Propagation: The bulbs are divided when the foliage
matures and are replanted immediately.
Cultivars:
'Album' - White flowers.
'The Giant' - Larger, pink flowers.
'Waterlily' - Double pink flowers.
References for Cultivars: White Flower Farm 1997.
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