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Crocus serotinus (1 Page of 5) The Crocus serotinus plant species is found in S. Europe to W. Asia. It is a member of the Iridaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses 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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