Overview
Crocus heuffelianus 'Shock Wave' is a tufted bulbs in the genus Crocus, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Crocus heuffelianus 'Shock Wave' 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 heuffelianus 'Shock Wave' is a tufted cultivar of Crocus, a genus of small, deciduous perennials in the Iridaceae family. Emerging from corms, it features narrow leaves often marked with a silvery stripe and produces goblet-shaped flowers in early spring. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites with well-drained, neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for borders, containers, lawns, and planting under deciduous trees. Propagation is 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 heuffelianus 'Shock Wave' 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 heuffelianus 'Shock Wave'
- Propagation
- Division, cormlets
- Pest resistance
- Rodents, birds
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Crocus heuffelianus 'Shock Wave'?
Crocus heuffelianus 'Shock Wave' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Crocus heuffelianus 'Shock Wave' need?
Crocus heuffelianus 'Shock Wave' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Crocus heuffelianus 'Shock Wave' hardy in the UK?
Crocus heuffelianus 'Shock Wave' 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 heuffelianus 'Shock Wave'?
Division, cormlets.
