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Plant details
This species which originates in northern Italy, is one of the earliest flowering crocuses. It produces flowers in a range of attractive shades of purple and lilac, many with striped outer petals. For a bold effect plant them in pots and move them into a prominent position as they come into flower. They also look good naturalised in drifts among herbaceous plants and deciduous shrubs and trees.
Family: Iridaceae
Genus: Crocus
Species: imperati
Plant type: Spring-blooming bulb
Flower colour: Lilac, Purple
Foliage colour: Mid-green
Feature: Flowers
Sun exposure: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Chalky/alkaline
Hardiness: Hardy
Skill level: Experienced
Height: 10cm
Spread: 5cm
Time to divide plants: April to May
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