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- Which crocus species play a role in the ornamental garden?
- The four main types
- Wild crocus
- spring crocus
- autumn crocus
- Elves Crocus
- A small selection of popular crocus varieties
- Tips & Tricks
This autumn crocus flowers pink
Which crocus species play a role in the ornamental garden?
There are over 80 species of crocus worldwide. There are also numerous breeds. However, only four species play a role in German gardens. They are similar in their demands on soil and care. What you need to know about the different crocus species.
The four main types
Wild crocus
Wild crocuses are the first to show their purple flowers. They sow themselves and can form huge flower carpets. The small-flowered wild crocus is not very big overall.
spring crocus
Its flowering period begins in March and lasts until May, when the weather cooperates. The big flowers shine in many colors. The spring crocus is usually cultivated.
autumn crocus
Autumn crocuses bloom from September to November. The species are often recognizable by the addition "specioso". The flower color is predominantly pale violet, but also white varieties occur.
Elves Crocus
The elven crocus carries the botanical addition: "tommasinianus". This species is one of the wild crocuses that are common in meadows and in some parks.
Elven crocus flowers in the spring. Its flowers have the characteristic violet-white color. There are now some breeds with larger flowers and other shades.
A small selection of popular crocus varieties
Tips & Tricks
Wild crocuses you get in the garden retailer as good as not. Here are file sharing, where hobby gardeners like to give off the tubers of wild crocuses. The internet can also be a good source for wild crocus varieties.