Crocus goulimyi
Fall Crocus
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Fall Crocus (Crocus goulimyi) - Description
Crocus goulimyi (fall crocus) is a species of flowering plant in the genus Crocus and the family Iridaceae. It is native to Greece. It is a cormous perennial growing to 10 cm (3. 9 in) tall. The small, rounded, lilac flowers with paler throats appear in autumn. This plant and the cultivar C. goulimyi subsp. goulimyi 'Mani White' have gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Fall Crocus (Crocus goulimyi) - 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.
Fall Crocus (Crocus goulimyi) - 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.
Fall Crocus (Crocus goulimyi) - 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.
Fall Crocus (Crocus goulimyi) - Pest
Chipmunks will dig up and eat any Crocus they can.
Fall Crocus (Crocus goulimyi) - 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.
