Snowbunting snow crocus

Crocus chrysanthus 'Snowbunting'

BulbIridaceae

Snowbunting snow crocus
Deer-resistant
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
White

Garden uses

Naturalized

Notes

'Snowbunting' snow crocus (Crocus chrysanthus 'Snowbunting') is a bulb for naturalized plantings. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. Deer tend to pass it by. White flowers open from mid winter to early spring, and the plants stay 3 to 6 inches tall.

Pairs well with Spanish bluebell, Black Hero tulip, and Sedge.