Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free, corms may rot in storage
Pests
May be susceptible to rodents and birds
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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
Generally disease-free, corms may rot in storage
May be susceptible to rodents and birds
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