Overview
Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus' is a tufted bulbs in the genus Crocus, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, containers, lawns and under deciduous trees.
About
Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus' is a tufted cultivar of Crocus, a genus of small, deciduous perennials in the Iridaceae family. This cultivar produces goblet-shaped flowers in spring and summer, emerging from corms alongside narrow, deciduous leaves. It thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered site with well-drained, neutral loam soil. Suitable for borders, containers, lawns, or under deciduous trees, it is hardy in the UK (H6) and can be propagated by division or cormlets.
About the genus
Crocus is a genus of seasonal flowering plants in the family Iridaceae comprising about 100 species of perennials growing from corms.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Crocus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, lawns, under deciduous trees
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus'
- Propagation
- Division, cormlets
- Pest resistance
- Rodents, birds
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus'?
Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus' need?
Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus' hardy in the UK?
Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Crocus hadriaticus 'Albus'?
Division, cormlets.
