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

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Genus Crocus
Group/Species vernus
Type Perennial
Common Name Dutch Crocus
Border Position In Grass
Bulb Size 8/9

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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.
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
  • Sow Under Cover/Plant Indoors
  • Direct Sow/Plant Outdoors
  • Flowers/Harvest
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