Crocus adanensis is a species of crocus native to Turkey, known for its vibrant flowers blooming in early spring or autumn. It thrives in well-drained soil.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering, but tolerates light shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce watering during dormancy.
Sandy, Loamy, Clay
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Tolerates a range of temperatures but thrives in mild climates. Needs a cold period for dormancy.
Low
25% intensity
Benefits from a light feed in spring. Over-fertilizing can be detrimental.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the soil begins to dry out, particularly during the active growing season. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to bulb rot.
Reduce watering significantly once the foliage starts to yellow and die back after flowering, allowing the bulbs to go dormant and dry.
Pruning is generally not required for Crocus adanensis. Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering. This process is crucial for the plant to store energy in the corms for the following year's bloom.
Remove dead or yellowed leaves only when they have completely dried.
Crocus adanensis primarily propagates through corm division. After the foliage has died back and the bulbs are dormant, carefully dig them up. Separate any offsets or smaller cormlets attached to the main corm.
Replant the divisions in well-draining soil at the appropriate depth.
Repotting is typically done when the bulbs become overcrowded, usually every 2-3 years. This is best performed during the dormant period after the foliage has withered.
Choose a pot with good drainage, and plant the corms at the recommended depth, ensuring adequate space for growth.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Crocus Adanensis (Crocus adanensis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Crocus |
| Species | Crocus adanensis |
Similar in genus Crocus
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