Crocus-Spring chrysanthus ‘Lady Killer’

Crocus chrysanthus 'Lady Killer' features snow white, cupped flowers with a purple flush on the exterior of each pointed petal.

Crocus chrysanthus ‘Lady Killer’ features snow white, cupped flowers with a purple flush on the exterior of each pointed petal and bright orange anthers. Species, or snow crocus, are some of the first bulbs to emerge in the late winter, two weeks before other forms. They will grow in the garden or anywhere grass does, but don’t mow them until after the foliage dies back.

Common Name:  Snow Crocus - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]

Family:  Iridaceae (The Iris Family)

Zone Hardiness:  3-9

Light:  Full Sun, Part Sun

Height:  4-8"

Width:  4-8"

Primary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Secondary Bloom Colour:  Purple

Bloom Time:  Late Winter - Early Spring

Foliage Colour:  Green

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Perennial

Soil Moisture:  Average

Stem Colour:  

Fragrance:  No

Berries:  

Benefits:  

Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Woodland, scrub and meadows from sea level to alpine regions.

Award:  AGM

Geographical Origin:  Southwest Asia and Asia Minor