Miss Vain autumn crocus
Crocus biflorus 'Miss Vain'
T.G.A.-B.C. 1962
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Bloom color
- White
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Miss Vain' autumn crocus (Crocus biflorus 'Miss Vain') 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 bears fragrant white flowers that attract bees. P.B. van Eeden bred it.
Pairs well with Common snowdrop, Lenten rose, and Black Hero tulip.