Colchicum The Giant
Description
Colchicum 'The Giant' (1 bulb) – XXL lilac-mauve flower and powerful autumnal glow Offered by Van Noort
Colchicum 'The Giant' is an impressive variety due to the size of its flowers , which appear in September like a lilac-mauve symphony against a backdrop of bare earth.
Its large star-shaped corollas, carried by short stems, appear without foliage , offering a striking contrast in autumn scenes.
Very hardy and easy to grow, this colchicum forms, over the years, beautiful flowering clumps , ideal for enriching a border or light undergrowth.
It thrives in humus-rich, well-drained soil and requires no special care other than letting it express itself.
A spectacular, poetic and effortless colchicum , perfect for those who love generous and late flowering.
Characteristics of Colchicum 'The Giant'
Average height : 20 to 25 cm
Exposure : Mild sun to partial shade
Hardiness : Zone 4 and above
Attracts wildlife : Little, purely ornamental
Water requirements : Low to moderate
Ideal soil : Humiferous, deep, well-drained
Quantity : 1 bulb
Planting and growing Colchicum 'The Giant'
When to plant From July to September, for flowering in September-October
In open ground : Ideal for autumn borders , natural meadows , or at the base of deciduous trees . Combine with cyclamen, sternbergia or fine grasses.
In a pot : Suitable for low pots , draining containers or terrace gardens. Combine with silver or evergreen foliage.
How to plant
1 Depth : 15 cm
2 Spacing : 20 to 25 cm
3 Watering : Light after planting, unnecessary during dormancy
Caring for Colchicum 'The Giant'
Watering : Not necessary except in very dry autumns
Fertilizer : Light compost after flowering
Pruning : Allow spring foliage to fade naturally
Wintering : No care required, very hardy
Why choose Colchicum 'The Giant'
Very large, mauve and spectacular flowers
Ideal for powerful borders , late meadows or natural pots
Very rustic , maintenance-free, easy to grow
Brings a strong and unexpected presence to autumn
Bring a burst of floral power to your garden with Colchicum 'The Giant', offered by Van Noort — an unforgettable autumn bloom, between strength and softness.
Pair with cyclamen hederifolium , sedums , sternbergia or golden grasses for a contrasting and lively autumn scene.
