meadow saffron 'The Giant'

How to Grow and Care for meadow saffron 'The Giant'

meadow saffron 'The Giant' · Colchicum 'Giant'

Using gloves to handle corms, plant 10cm deep in summer or early autumn in deep, fertile and well-drained but moisture-retentive soil in an open site in full sun; for more advice, see bulb cultivation

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sunTOXIC if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing meadow saffron 'The Giant'

meadow saffron 'The Giant'
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityTOXIC if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Using gloves to handle corms, plant 10cm deep in summer or early autumn in deep, fertile and well-drained but moisture-retentive soil in an open site in full sun; for more advice, see bulb cultivation

How to Water meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

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What Soil Is Best for meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

Propagate by removing cormlets when dormant in summer; for more advice, see bulb propagation

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How to Transplant meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

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How to Care for meadow saffron 'The Giant' in Winter?

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How to Plant meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

Using gloves to handle corms, plant 10cm deep in summer or early autumn in deep, fertile and well-drained but moisture-retentive soil in an open site in full sun; for more advice, see bulb cultivation

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How to Repot meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

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How to Harvest meadow saffron 'The Giant'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to grey moulds (Botrytis), smuts, and tulip grey bulb rot

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs

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The Toxicity of meadow saffron 'The Giant'

TOXIC if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of meadow saffron 'The Giant'

Plant typeBulbs
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitClump forming
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Scientific Classification

Species
Colchicum 'Giant'
Genus
Colchicum
Family
Colchicaceae
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