Ruby Giant Crocus is a striking early spring bloomer with unusual, highly saturated red-violet petals and a paler base accented by gold-orange anthers. This cultivar of Crocus tommasinianus reaches just 3 inches tall and thrives in hardiness zones 4 through 4, making it hardy enough for cold climates. It's an excellent choice for borders and lawn naturalization, and there's an interesting bonus: these crocuses are reportedly less attractive to squirrels than other crocus varieties, so you may actually enjoy your spring bulbs unmolested.
Full Sun
Low
4-4
3in H x ?in W
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Moderate
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The deep red-violet color is unusually saturated for a crocus, creating a striking visual impact in early spring when little else is flowering. The contrasting pale base and gold-orange anthers add elegance and complexity to each bloom. Deer resistance and squirrel resistance combine to make this a genuinely low-maintenance spring display that survives both wildlife pressure and cold winters.
Ruby Giant Crocus is grown as an ornamental flower for early spring garden displays. It excels in border plantings and creates a tapestry effect when naturalized throughout a lawn, providing color when most gardens are still dormant.
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