Sternbergia lutea
Sternbergia lutea
Sternbergia lutea
Sternbergia lutea
Sternbergia lutea
Sternbergia lutea
Winter Daffodil, Fall Daffodil, Autumn Daffodil, Yellow Autumn Crocus
All the bulbs flowered well. As one customer points out, the flowering is quite short, which is normal. In the south-east of France, the flowering of sternbergia marks the return of flowering that was interrupted by the summer heat. So it's a celebration for gardeners in the south, whom I advise to plant some at the foot of shrubs in every corner of the garden!
laurence, 29/10/2025
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Description
Sternbergia lutea is a small bulb commonly known as the Autumn Yellow Crocus or Harvester, because its radiant, yellow, goblet-shaped flower appears in September or early October, with the return of the rains. It is often admired among the vines or olive trees. Its growth cycle corresponds to Mediterranean bulbs: the foliage emerges in autumn, persists in winter, and disappears well before the arrival of summer drought. Sternbergia is quite hardy and establishes itself in the ground in mild climates, where it multiplies very easily both vegetatively and through self-seeding.
Sternbergia lutea belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family, it is a bulb closer to daffodils than crocuses which belong to the Iridaceae family. This species is native to the Mediterranean basin and the Middle East, more precisely from Italy to Turkey. In the wild, the plant grows in groups on rocky and sunny soils where it endures long dry periods in summer. It is a protected species, and its trade is regulated by CITES.
Sternbergia lutea grows from an elongated, 3-4 cm diameter bulb, covered with brown skin. The foliage forms at the same time or just after flowering and is composed of ribbon-like, 1 cm wide, shiny dark green leaves gathered in a tuft. Each bulb produces one to several 15 to 20 cm tall flower stalks, each carrying a single elongated cup-shaped, very bright yellow flower measuring about 4 cm in height, at its end. The corolla has 3 petals and 3 very similar sepals, as well as 6 stamens (the crocus has only 3 stamens).
Sternbergia lutea is an excellent, autumn flowering bulb, very easy to grow in milder regions and perfectly happy in a Mediterranean climate. It is easy to grow with a charming flowering, out-of-season for bulbs generally. Plant the bulbs in a rockery, in a raised bed or against an exposed wall. They can also be planted in a lawn, provided that it is not mowed while the foliage is green. In cold regions, they can be grown in pots, which allows the bulbs to be protected in winter. To accompany them, consider white Naples cyclamen, dwarf Artemisia, silver ragwort, and Nanus sedum-leaved aster...
Note: bulbs should be planted as soon as possible.
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Sternbergia
lutea
Amaryllidaceae
Winter Daffodil, Fall Daffodil, Autumn Daffodil, Yellow Autumn Crocus
Mediterranean
Planting and care
Plant your Sternbergia lutea before September and they will flower this autumn! The best period is during the summer, while the bulbs are dormant. Plant your bulbs in a warm location, preferably facing south, at a depth of 15 cm and spaced 8 cm apart. The hardiness of the bulbs does not exceed -6 °C and they require a well-sheltered location in a borderline hardiness zone. They prefer well-drained and light soil. The presence of limestone in the soil is not a problem. If the soil in your garden is too heavy, incorporate coarse sand at the time of planting and plant on a mound or in a raised bed. The first frost and the first autumn rains will make their flowers appear. They will faithfully return each year. Divide clumps that have become too large every 4 to 5 years. This autumn crocus can multiply enthusiastically in favourable conditions.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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