Advance snow crocus
Crocus chrysanthus 'Advance'
A.M.-B.C. 1953, F.C.C.-B.C. 1954, A.M.-R.H.S. 1965
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 to 6 inches tall3 to 6 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Bloom color
- Lemon yellow with purple shading
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Advance' snow crocus (Crocus chrysanthus 'Advance') is a bulb for borders, containers, and naturalized drifts. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and most soil types. The lemon yellow blooms have purple shading and attract bees. Deer rarely make it their first choice. It needs little care once planted.
Pairs well with Queen of Night tulip, Spanish bluebell, Sedge, and Ostrich fern.