Crocus chrysanthus 'Prince Claus'

Snow Crocus

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Common Name:

Snow Crocus

Plant Type:

Perennial

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

35 cm

Snow Crocus (Crocus chrysanthus 'Prince Claus') - Description

This perky gem brightens the springtime with frosty white and splashes of the richest lavender blue.

Snow Crocus (Crocus chrysanthus 'Prince Claus') - Blooming

Each corm produces one to five blooms, which may be yellow, white, purple, lavender, or bicolored, depending on the cultivar. Flowers appear in late winter or early spring for spring-blooming crocuses. The flowers range from cup to goblet shaped.

Snow Crocus (Crocus chrysanthus 'Prince Claus') - Growth

Clump-forming dwarf perennials. Grassy leaves appear just after or with flowers. Most grow best in full sun or partial shade. Works well in rock gardens or borders.

Snow Crocus (Crocus chrysanthus 'Prince Claus') - Planting

For spring blooming crocuses, plant in fall, 3-4" deep. For autumn blooming crocuses plant in late summer or early fall. Crocuses won't naturalize where the winter is warm.

Snow Crocus (Crocus chrysanthus 'Prince Claus') - Pest

Chipmunks will dig up and eat any Crocus they can.

Snow Crocus (Crocus chrysanthus 'Prince Claus') - Soil and irrigation

Poor to average, sandy or gritty soil. Soil should be well-drained, and preferably completely dry when the crocuses are dormant in the summer. Water liberally during the growing season.