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Colchicum autumnale /Autumn Crocus

Colchicum autumnale / Colchicum autumnale

A late autumn blooming bulb
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A late autumn blooming bulb	Flowers	Close-up of flowers
A naturalized colony of bulbs in flower

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Scientific Name:	Colchicum autumnale
Common Name:	Autumn Crocus
Plant Type:	Deciduous
Hardiness Zone:	4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Determine Your Zone
Height:	Under 1 foot
Spread:	to 1 foot
Bloom time:	Winter
Flower color:	Various
Light Exposure:	Sun, Part Sun, Filtered Shade, Morning sun
Drainage:	Well drained, Moist, Dry
Rate of Growth:	Moderate
Water Requirement:	Medium
Maintenance Level:	Low
Susceptible to insects and diseases:	Yes

Comments:	It is known as autumn crocus, but in various regions it is known as naked-ladies. All parts are posionous if ingested. A very nice surprise flowering bulb blooming in late summer. If left in place and the foliage is allowed to mature bulbs multiply and form large colonies of flowers.