?? Crocus 'Early Gold' (20 bulbs) – Brilliant golden yellow & ultra-early flowering ? Offered by Van Noort
Crocus 'Early Gold' lives up to its name: it is one of the very first to flower at the end of winter, revealing its bright yellow flowers , like a ray of sunshine falling on the cold earth .
Compact, faithful and radiant, it forms pretty luminous carpets which immediately capture the light of the still short days.
Ideal for naturalizing in meadows , flowering a winter border or creating a lively pot , this crocus is also very popular with early pollinators .
It multiplies generously in light, well-drained soil, without requiring any special care.
A cheerful, simple and irresistibly bright crocus, perfect for waking up the garden . ??
?? Characteristics of Crocus 'Early Gold'
?? Average height : 10 to 12 cm
?? Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
?? Hardiness : Zone 3 and above
?? Attracts wildlife : Yes, bees and early pollinators
?? Water requirements : Low
?? Ideal soil : Light, well-drained, poor to moderately rich
?? Quantity : 20 bulbs
?? Planting and growing Crocus 'Early Gold'
?? When to plant? From September to November, for flowering in February-March
?? In open ground : Ideal in naturalized lawns , light borders , rockeries , or at the base of deciduous trees . Combine with purple crocuses, snowdrops or grape hyacinths for a harmonious contrast.
?? In a pot : Superb in a sunny pot , winter planter or window box. Combine with yellow pansies, matte foliage or primroses.
?? How to plant?
1?? Depth : 6 to 8 cm
2?? Spacing : 5 to 7 cm
3?? Watering : Light after planting, unnecessary in winter
?? Care of Crocus 'Early Gold'
?? Watering : Not necessary except in the event of prolonged drought.
?? Fertilizer : Useless in balanced soil
?? Pruning : Allow the foliage to fade naturally
?? Wintering : No care required, very hardy
?? Why choose Crocus 'Early Gold'?
? Very bright golden yellow flowering , from the end of winter
? Ideal for naturalization , dynamic pots , or sunny scenes
? Very rustic , faithful, multiplies easily
? Provides solar energy in the first days of the season
? Awaken your garden with the bright light of Crocus 'Early Gold', offered by Van Noort — a joyful, early, and irresistible bloomer. ?
?? Pair with snowdrops , muscari , purple crocuses or pale grey foliage for a balanced and vibrant scene. ??