Crocus speciosus 'Albus' - flower bulb 4/6

Description
The Large autumn crocus 'Alba' (Crocus speciosus) produces attractive, white flowers from October to November. It prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich, sandy soil in a sunny to semi-shady position. The upright plant usually reaches a height of 10 - 15 cm and grows up to 10 cm wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Crocus speciosus 'Albus'.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * very beautiful in containers

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: depending on variety in autumn or spring.

Care
Excess water must be able to drain away easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
The white, funnel-shaped flowers appear from October to November.

Use
Tubs, rock garden, bee pasture, woodland edge, natural garden