Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'

How to Grow and Care for Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'

Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope' · Crocus speciosus 'Cassiope'

Plant 8-10cm deep in late summer in gritty, poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil, in full sun; for more advice, see bulb cultivation

Watering: Moist soil during growth, dry storage required post flower fadingSunlight: Full sunOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'

Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleMoist soil during growth, dry storage required post flower fading
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingDiluted crocus feed pre-bud and immediately after bloom fades
ToxicityOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Plant 8-10cm deep in late summer in gritty, poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil, in full sun; for more advice, see bulb cultivation

How to Water Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

Moist soil during growth, dry storage required post flower fading

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

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What Soil Is Best for Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

Diluted crocus feed pre-bud and immediately after bloom fades

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How to Prune Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

Propagate by removing cormlets during dormancy; for more advice, see bulb propagation

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How to Transplant Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

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How to Care for Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope' in Winter?

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How to Plant Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

Plant 8-10cm deep in late summer in gritty, poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil, in full sun; for more advice, see bulb cultivation

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How to Repot Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

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How to Harvest Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'?

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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 Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'

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

More General Info About Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'

Attributes of Bieberstein's crocus 'Cassiope'

Plant typeBulbs
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTufted
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Scientific Classification

Species
Crocus speciosus 'Cassiope'
Genus
Crocus
Family
Iridaceae
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