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Genus: Colchicum Species: autumnale Common Name: Autumn Crocus Family: Colchicaceae + Uvulariaceae Order: Liliales Native: Europe and northern Africa Habit: Bulbous Perennial Height: 0.5 to 0.75 foot Width: 0.5 to 0.75 foot Flowering Season: Fall Flower Color: Pink, lavender or white Propagation: Seed or bulb Zone: 4-7 Note: The flowers of Autumn Crocus flowers appear in the Fall, and die back in the Summer. This Fall blooming crocus is suitable for beds, borders, and ground covers. Monitor plant for snails and slugs. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moderately dry, well-drained, loamy soil.