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Colchicum Autumnale Lilac Wonder Flower Seeds - Autumn Flower Seeds for Garden

Colchicum Autumnale Lilac Wonder Flower Seeds - Autumn Flower Seeds for Garden

$16.79 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds on the soil surface or lightly cover.


Use well-drained, fertile soil.


Keep soil moist during germination.

How to Grow

Grow in full sun to partial shade.


Water moderately; avoid waterlogging.


Allow foliage to die back naturally.

Tips

Ideal for autumn color displays.


Plant in undisturbed areas for best results.


Suitable for naturalized gardens.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Autumn-blooming

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Clump-forming

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Autumn

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental use only

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Colchicum Autumnale Lilac Wonder Flower Seeds - Autumn Flower Seeds for Garden
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Open-pollinated flower seeds

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Perennial flowering plant

Colchicum Autumnale ‘Lilac Wonder’ is a distinctive perennial admired for its autumn blooms that appear before foliage. Commonly known as autumn crocus, it adds color and interest late in the season. This hardy plant thrives in garden beds, borders, and naturalized settings, requiring minimal maintenance once established.

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

N/A

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

15–25 cm

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Full Sun to Partial Shade

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

USDA Zones 4–8

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

20–25 cm

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Shallow sow

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Well-drained soil

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000180664

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does autumn crocus bloom without leaves?

Flowering often occurs before new foliage appears, giving the blooms a distinctive seasonal display.

Can autumn crocus brighten late-season borders?

Yes. Its flowers add ornamental color when many summer plants have finished blooming.

Which plants pair well with autumn crocus?

Cyclamen, ornamental grasses, sedums, Japanese anemones, and asters make attractive companions.

Should autumn crocus be planted where foliage can mature naturally?

Yes. Allowing foliage to complete its growth cycle supports healthy plant development.

Is autumn crocus the same as edible saffron?

No. Although both are called crocus, they belong to different groups and should not be confused.

Should autumn crocus be handled with care around children and pets?

Yes. Plant parts are considered toxic if ingested, so suitable placement is recommended.