Planting numbers for bulbs in borders
A handy guide for how many alliums, narcissi, tulips, snowdrops and other bulbs to plant in your plot.
25 corms 260932-25 | £5.95 |
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50 corms 260932-50 | £10.95 |
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The most delicate white crocus with deep-purple brush stroke markings.
Crocus ‘Snow Bunting’ is in short supply this year. We suggest Crocus ‘Ard Schenk’ instead, a very similar chrysanthus type in pure white.This can be gift wrapped in our exclusive hessian sack, with ribbon and a Sarah Raven gift card. You will be able to add this to your basket once you begin the checkout process. To add a gift message to your order, simply fill out the details at the delivery stage of the checkout.
Genus | Crocus |
Group/Species | chrysanthus |
Variety | Snow Bunting |
Type | Perennial |
Border Position | In Grass |
Bulb Size |
5/+ For more info on bulb sizes, click here. |
Soil Type | Broad Tolerance |
Scent | Scented |
Site | Full Sun |
Moisture | Well-drained |
Height | 15cm (6in) |
Spacing | Plant 8-10cm (3-4in) deep,10cm (4in) apart. |
Sowing, Seeds, Planting | Plant in a gritty, poor to moderately fertile soil. Ideal for growing in grass where the early blooms can be appreciated. Plant 10cm (4in) deep to deter mice from digging them up. |
Care Tips | Can be naturalized easily in grass but wait until the foliage has died down in June to cut the grass. |
Flowering | March |
Vase Life | These will only last a couple of days in the vase, but are wonderful nonetheless. |
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Crocus chrysanthus 'Snow Bunting' reviews
Reviewed 2nd December 2019 by Karin Excellent quality bulbs and planted for a good show in spring |
Reviewed 31st July 2019 by Judith I failed to get one to flower, but this is due to the squirrels, which I wish I could shoot |