Giant autumn crocus
Colchicum 'Giant'
A.M.-B.C. 1926, F.C.C.-B.C. 1931
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Bloom season
- Autumn
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Giant' autumn crocus (Colchicum 'Giant') is a bulb for borders. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, loamy soil. Large violet flowers with a white base open in early to late autumn, are fragrant, and attract bees. It also tolerates drought. Deer tend to pass it by.
Pairs well with Monkshood, Grape hyacinth, and Tall fescue.