Crocus vernus

Easy for Beginners
Will grow in Full Sun
If in stock, this item can be gift wrapped. See ‘more details’ below to learn how.
Loved by Pollinators
This variety will naturalise well
Will grow in Partial Shade
Perennial

Slightly later than tommasinianus to give a perfect self-sowing succession in grass. More

25 corms 260933-25	£8.95	Delivery late September [?] When in stock, please allow 2-3 days for despatch.
50 corms 260933-50	£16.95	Delivery late September [?] When in stock, please allow 2-3 days for despatch.

Or buy this as part of our The Carien Crocus Collection and Bulbs for Naturalising Collection.

More Details

Slightly later than tommasinianus to give a perfect self-sowing succession in grass.

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.

Please note: only items which are showing ‘in stock’ can be gift wrapped.

Genus	Crocus
Group/Species	vernus
Type	Perennial
Common Name	Dutch Crocus
Border Position	In Grass
Bulb Size	8
Soil Type	Broad Tolerance
Scent	Unscented
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, float them in a bowl as a table centrepiece for much need colour when little else is around.