Vanguard autumn crocus
Crocus 'Vanguard'
RHS AGM 2005, A.M.-B.C. 1938, T.G.A.-B.C. 1944, A.M.-R.H.S. 1983, Jubileumgetuigschrift 2010
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Light blue-violet
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Vanguard' autumn crocus (Crocus 'Vanguard') is a bulb for borders, rock gardens, and accents. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. It sits low on the menu for deer. It bears light blue-violet flowers in early to late spring. It also tolerates drought.
Pairs well with Spanish bluebell, Yellow trout-lily, and Black Hero tulip.