From
the family,
Colchicaceae, having common name(s) associated with the genus; Autumn Crocus, Meadow Saffron.
This stock was received from Mr. E. A. Bowles' garden, Myddelton House, Enfield. Prefers light shade and a sheltered position. A hybrid between C. variegatum L. and C. autumnale L. The white flowers open out to a great extent and show a dense amethyst-violet checkering. Height of flowers 2-4 inches only. AGM.
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