Crocus tommasinianus Ruby Giant
Description
Crocus tommasinianus ‘Ruby Giant’ is an early spring-blooming crocus known for its large, vibrant purple flowers with a ruby hue. These cheerful blooms often emerge while the snow is still on the ground, signaling the arrival of spring.
Botanical Features
Flowers: The flowers are large for crocuses, with a deep purple or ruby tint. They have six petals and a striking orange-yellow stigma in the center, adding a contrasting pop of color. Each flower can reach up to 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter.
Leaves: The foliage is slender, grass-like, and green with a distinctive white stripe running down the center of each leaf.
Stems: The flowering stems are short, typically growing to a height of 4-6 inches (10-15 cm).
Bulbs: Crocus ‘Ruby Giant’ grows from small corms, which are underground storage organs similar to bulbs.
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