spring crocus

How to Grow and Care for spring crocus

spring crocus · Crocus vernus
Also known as: purple crocus

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun, planting 5-6cm deep in late summer or autumn. If naturalised in grass delay mowing until leaves have died back

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing spring crocus

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun, planting 5-6cm deep in late summer or autumn. If naturalised in grass delay mowing until leaves have died back

How to Water spring crocus?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for spring crocus?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for spring crocus?

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What Soil Is Best for spring crocus?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for spring crocus?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize spring crocus?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune spring crocus?

No pruning needed, allow leaves to die down naturally

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How to Propagate spring crocus?

Propagate by division of clumps, or by separating cormlets

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How to Transplant spring crocus?

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How to Care for spring crocus in Winter?

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How to Plant spring crocus?

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun, planting 5-6cm deep in late summer or autumn. If naturalised in grass delay mowing until leaves have died back

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How to Repot spring crocus?

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How to Harvest spring crocus?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free, corms may rot in storage

Pests

May be susceptible to rodents and birds

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The Toxicity of spring crocus

Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

More General Info About spring crocus

Attributes of spring crocus

Plant typeBulbs
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTufted
OriginEastern Alps to Carpath.

Scientific Classification

Species
Crocus vernus
Genus
Crocus
Family
Iridaceae
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