Very large pinkish lavender flowers, which are white at the x! . Like all Colchicums, The Giant is deer proof! Fall blooming colchicum are wonderful additions to autumn gardens. Blooms form chalice-shaped cups. Leaves turn golden yellow as they mature, blending with foliage. Bulbs will flower on you... (About-garden.com)
CROCUS : Crocus plants are relatively small, reaching just 3-6 inches in height (depending on the variety). The leaves are grass-like, generally with a light stripe running up the middle. The blooms pucker up at night and re-open in the morning. Chalice-shaped flowers will charm you in early fall, and the broad, glossy leaves will liven winter and spring. Easy to grow, just need sun and well-drained soil. Rose blooms are marked with white at the base. Ideal in the garden or in pot. Also, this perennial is deer-proof! Type: Perennial (zones 4-9) Month of bloom: Fall Height: 8-10 inches Zones: 4-8 Germination Guide #6 ... Amazon / Hirts: Seed; Perennial / Lawn & Patio Price: 2.99 $
