In Western folklore, Jack Frost was a character who appeared in the icy and cold weather. That's why i say that Autumn Crocus ( Zephyranthes candida ) tells you the cold weather is on it's way, it flowers in Autumn. This little plant grows from a bulb, has thin shiny green leaves, and white flowers with yellow stamens in the centre. In a few years , the bulbs will multiply and form clumps, which can be divided to get more plants. Other varieties of Crocus come in many different colours. Another type of Crocus is used for flavouring and colouring food, it is Saffron, which is more expensive to purchase by weight than Gold.
Autumn Crocus is best planted in the Semi-shade areas of the garden, as it will burn off in the hot sun and won't look its best. It is not fussy about the soil where it grows, and it is known for flowering profusely after rain storms. The plants in this photo were taken locally here in the Galapagos Islands where i live :) ....Awww really , do i have to say it AGAIN ?
