The flower of the Sternbergia differs from the Crocus on account of its 6 stamens. A Crocus boasts only three. The flowers are a golden colour and have a diameter of between three and five centimetres. In the right conditions, the Sternbergia produces lavish blooms. At locations where Sternbergia are exposed to temperatures below -10°C, it is advisable to use a mulch of leaves from the autumn leaf fall. Thrive well in clay.