Overview
Crocus scardicus is a tufted bulbs in the genus Crocus, part of the Iridaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Crocus scardicus 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 scardicus is a species of flowering plant in the genus Crocus of the family Iridaceae. It is a cormous perennial native to eastern Albania (Korab Mountains), Kosovo, North Macedonia. Found growing from 1700 to 2500 meters, flowering occurs in May to July and it is often found blooming near patches of snow. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it is very hardy across most of the UK (RHS H6). Suggested uses include borders, containers, lawns and under deciduous trees. It tolerates neutral soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
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About the genus
Crocus is a genus of seasonal flowering plants in the family Iridaceae comprising about 100 species of perennials growing from corms.
Wikipedia contributors, "Crocus", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Crocus
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 scardicus 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 scardicus
- Propagation
- Division, cormlets
- Pest resistance
- Rodents, birds
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Crocus scardicus?
Crocus scardicus prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Crocus scardicus need?
Crocus scardicus grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Crocus scardicus hardy in the UK?
Crocus scardicus 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 scardicus?
Division, cormlets.
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