Crocus tommasinianus
Common Name: "Tommies"
Type: Herbaceous corm Family: Iridaceae Hardiness Zone: 3-8 Sunlight: Full sun Exposure: Exposed or sheltered Soil: Poorer to moderately fertile Moisture: Well-drained, takes summer drought Plant Height x Width: 3-4" x 3'4" Leaf: Narrowly linear often with silvery central stripe Flower: Slender chalice of 6 silvery-lilac to reddish-purple or white tepals Bloom Time: Jan. to mid-March Bloom Size: Small-Medium Maintenance: Low, plants naturalize by seed Landscape use: Plants naturalize well. Brings late winter/early spring bloom to the landscape. Mass in lawns, under trees or in sunny woodland areas. Large sweeping drifts can be spectacular. Also may be grouped in rock gardens, in front of shrubs, along walks or in various other small areas around the home Pest and Disease: No serious diseases, rabbits and squirrels tend to eat Native Range: Southeastern Europe Planting Instructions: Plant 2-3" deep, 3-4"apart in fall Propagation: Propagate by seed, sown in pots in a cold frame when ripe or remove cormlets when dormant |