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Crocus serotinus
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The Crocus serotinus plant species is found in S. Europe to W. Asia. It is a member of the Iridaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Crocus serotinus
Family:  Iridaceae
Author:  Salisb.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  0.05   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Stony slopes in scrub and open pine woods[90].



Cultivation Notes:  Succeeds in most soils, conditions and positions[1]. Plants grow well in a peaty soil in a bulb frame and should succeed outdoors in a sandy peaty soil[90]. The subspecies C. serotinus austriacus can be naturalized in grass or beneath deep rooting trees on light well-drained soils[200]. Plants tend to move considerably from their original planting place because of their means of vegetative reproduction, it is therefore wise not to grow different species in close proximity[1]. Any planting out is best done in late spring or early summer[245]. Mice are very fond of the corms of this species[1]. Plants take 3 - 4 years to flower from seed[200]. The flowers are only open during the day time, closing at night[245].

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