Cloth-of-gold Crocus (Crocus Reticulatus) is a perennial bulb in the Iridaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Crocus reticulatus is a cormous perennial flowering plant in the family Iridaceae, native to central and southern European Russia and the Caucasus region.

Cloth-of-gold Crocus

Cloth-of-gold Crocus

Crocus Reticulatus

Crocus reticulatus is a cormous perennial flowering plant in the family Iridaceae, native to central and southern European Russia and the Caucasus region.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:early spring color, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cloth-of-gold Crocus

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Taxonomy

Family:Iridaceae
Genus:Crocus