Intro: 1905. Origin: the northeast of Turkey, especially around lake Van and lake Kars. First discovered in 1904 and described by Michailovski. Perfect for a shady rock garden. The few leaves are somewhat elliptical. It carries up to eight flowers which are reddish purple with an artfully golden yellow edge, the throat is yellow. What a beauty!
Data sheet
Preferred Placement
Semi shade to shade
Color
purple/ broad yellow edge
Bulb size
5/+
Bulb Spacing
5
Planting Depth
6-8
Height in cm.
20
Flowering time in the months
4-5
. Available to order from July 2025
Intro: 1905. Origin: the northeast of Turkey, especially around lake Van and lake Kars. First discovered in 1904 and described by Michailovski. Perfect for a shady rock garden. The few leaves are somewhat elliptical. It carries up to eight flowers which are reddish purple with an artfully golden yellow edge, the throat is yellow. What a beauty!