Sternbergia lutea ssp angustifolia
Old plantings in favourable exposition have a tendency to be "crowded" up to the surface. Replanting will help to preserve the stock. The form 'Angustifolia' distinguishes itself from the more common S. lutea by its dark green leaves. In addition it flowers more freely and it has proved in older gardens to be a better survivor. In Holland this form is offered under name of 'Autumn Gold'
The genus
It faithfully announces the end of the summer. No Mediterranean garden should be without this classic "yellow autumn crocus". It is so easy to grow and will never disappear. Available from July until early Septembre.
- Family :Amaryllidaceae
- Native to :Méditerranée orientale
- Native climate :méditéranéen (humid winters)
- Colour :Yellow
- Hardiness :good
- Exposure :full sun
- Storage organ :bulb
- Growth :winter grower
- Flowering height :15-40 cm
- Uses :Borders - Naturalising - In the ground
Growing cycle
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Planting :July (sem. 2-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-4)
Growth :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-1), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-4), November (sem. 1-4), December (sem. 1-4)
Flowering :August (sem. 4-4), September (sem. 1-4)