Roseus autumn crocus
Crocus tommasinianus 'Roseus'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun or partial sun or full shade
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Roseus' autumn crocus (Crocus tommasinianus 'Roseus') is a bulb for borders, rock gardens, woodland areas, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun to full shade, average moisture, and most soil types. It grows in clumps and blooms from winter into spring. Deer usually look elsewhere for a meal. Bees visit the flowers.
Pairs well with Ruby Giant autumn crocus, Lenten rose, Common snowdrop, and Alpine squill.