Tecophilaea cyanocrocus

A stunning cormous perennial best suited in terracotta pans in Alpine or cold greenhouse.Vivid intense cobalt blue funnels often with white throat. It requires perfect drainage. If grown outdoors then choose a sunny sheltered and improve the drainage by adding plenty of sharp sand and grit. Mulch with a course bark in Autumn to protect the corms from frost and remove bark in Spring when risk of frost is past.A unique dream plant, a true aristocrat in plant terms.