hairy crocus

How to Grow and Care for hairy crocus

hairy crocus · Crocus pulchellus
Also known as: Mount Athos crocus

Grow in a gritty, poor to moderately fertile soil

Watering: Moist soil during active growth, reduce watering after foliage declinesSunlight: Full sunOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing hairy crocus

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleMoist soil during active growth, reduce watering after foliage declines
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingLight bulb fertilizer once at emergence and again after flowering
ToxicityOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in a gritty, poor to moderately fertile soil

How to Water hairy crocus?

Moist soil during active growth, reduce watering after foliage declines

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for hairy crocus?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for hairy crocus?

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What Soil Is Best for hairy crocus?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for hairy crocus?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize hairy crocus?

Light bulb fertilizer once at emergence and again after flowering

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How to Prune hairy crocus?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate hairy crocus?

Propagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame when ripe or remove cormlets when dormant

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How to Transplant hairy crocus?

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How to Care for hairy crocus in Winter?

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How to Plant hairy crocus?

Grow in a gritty, poor to moderately fertile soil

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How to Repot hairy crocus?

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How to Harvest hairy crocus?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free, corms may rot in storage

Pests

May be susceptible to rodents and birds

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The Toxicity of hairy crocus

Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

More General Info About hairy crocus

Attributes of hairy crocus

Plant typeBulbs
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTufted
OriginBalkans Turkey

Scientific Classification

Species
Crocus pulchellus
Genus
Crocus
Family
Iridaceae
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FAQs About hairy crocus

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