Tecophilaea cyanocrocus ‘Storm Cloud’
Tecophilaea cyanocrocus 'Storm Cloud' is a rare form of the Chilean blue crocus with white flowers tipped with lavender and bluish lavender in early spring.
Tecophilaea cyanocrocus ‘Storm Cloud’ is a rare form of the Chilean blue crocus with white flowers tipped with lavender and bluish lavender in early spring. Choice. During summer dormancy keep dry and cool. Protect in a frost free environment over the winter. Worth every effort.
Common Name: Chilean Blue Crocus - [Spring B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Tecophilaeaceae (The Blue Crocus Family)
Zone Hardiness: 9-10
Light: Full Sun Part Sun
Height: 4-8"
Width: 4-8"
Primary Bloom Colour: Purple
Secondary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Late Winter - Early Spring
Soil Moisture: Average, Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: High elevations on dry, stony slopes in the Andes Mountains from 2000-3000 metres (6600-9800 feet).
Award: AGM
Geographical Origin: