There are many different types of the world famous Crocus genus available. Some are fall, winter, or spring blooming. These are the well-known spring bloomers that are long-lived. A variation that everyone knows and loves. They are easy to grow, and often the first color of spring. The flowers are tubular cup shaded, atop grass-like basal foliage. They perennialize nicely, providing a splash of color. Wow!!! You won't find these in a typical box store. Orange Monarch is a giant blooming, orange black striped Crocus, appropriately named as the colors resemble that of a monarch butterfly. Each bulb produces three stems. Perfect as a garden accent, naturalizing, easy to grow, and extremely hardy and strong, even blooming during a snowstorm.