Ard Schenk snow crocus
Crocus chrysanthus 'Ard Schenk'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Ard Schenk' snow crocus (Crocus chrysanthus 'Ard Schenk') is a bulb for borders, containers, and low maintenance gardens. 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. It blooms in late winter into spring, and bees visit the flowers for early food. It sits low on the menu for deer. Plant the bulbs in groups for the best show.
Pairs well with Common snowdrop, Lenten rose, and Black Hero tulip.