Planting and Growing Bory crocus
| Care difficulty | 3 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Water sparingly during growth, keep dry during summer dormancy. |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Chalk · Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid · Alkaline · Neutral |
| Soil moisture | Moist but well drained · Well drained |
| Fertilizing | Apply a low-nitrogen bulb fertilizer in early spring as growth begins. |
| Toxicity | Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling |
How to Water Bory crocus?
Water sparingly during growth, keep dry during summer dormancy.
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Bory crocus?
Full sun
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Bory crocus?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for Bory crocus?
- Soil type
- Chalk · Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for Bory crocus?
Moist but well drained · Well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize Bory crocus?
Apply a low-nitrogen bulb fertilizer in early spring as growth begins.
Learn more →How to Prune Bory crocus?
No pruning required
Learn more →How to Propagate Bory crocus?
Propagate by removing cormlets during dormancy; for more advice, see bulb propagation
Learn more →How to Transplant Bory crocus?
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Learn more →How to Care for Bory crocus in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant Bory crocus?
Plant 8-10cm deep in late summer in full light in a bulb frame or alpine house, in a mix of equal parts loam, leaf mould, and grit or sharp sand; in the growing season, water freely and apply a low-nitrogen fertilizer monthly, but in summer when dormant keep completely dry; for more advice, see bulb cultivation
Learn more →How to Repot Bory crocus?
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Learn more →How to Harvest Bory crocus?
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Learn more →Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free, corms may rot in storage
Pests
May be susceptible to rodents and birds
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of Bory crocus
Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling