?? Crocus 'Tricolor' (20 bulbs) – Purple, gold and white in a single flower ? Offered by Van Noort
The Crocus 'Tricolor' is a truly dazzling miniature , delicately superimposing three colored bands : mauve-purple , golden yellow and pure white , for spectacular flowering despite its small size.
It appears at the end of winter, illuminating lawns, rockeries and pots with a bright and cheerful contrast , while attracting the first sun-hungry pollinators.
This unique variety naturalizes easily , providing more of these vibrantly colored little cups each year.
A revisited classic , full of freshness and light, to be incorporated into all end-of-winter scenes.
A cheerful crocus, simple and spectacular at the same time. ??
?? Characteristics of Crocus 'Tricolor'
?? Average height : 10 to 12 cm
?? Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
?? Hardiness : Zone 3 and above
?? Attracts wildlife : Yes, early pollinators
?? Water requirements : Low
?? Ideal soil : Light, well-drained, not too rich
?? Quantity : 20 bulbs
?? Planting and growing Crocus 'Tricolor'
?? When to plant? From September to November, for flowering in February-March
?? In open ground : Ideal for bright borders , flower meadows , rockeries or at the foot of deciduous trees . Combine with grape hyacinths, snowdrops or reticulata irises for a dynamic scene.
?? In a pot : Beautiful in an early pot or tall planter. Combine with pansies, primroses, or cyclamen coum.
?? How to plant?
1?? Depth : 6 to 8 cm
2?? Spacing : 5 to 7 cm
3?? Watering : Light after planting, not necessary in winter
?? Care of Crocus 'Tricolor'
?? Watering : Not necessary except in the event of prolonged drought.
?? Fertilizer : Not necessary in healthy, well-drained soil
?? Pruning : Allow the foliage to fade naturally
?? Wintering : No care required, very hardy
?? Why choose Crocus 'Tricolor'?
? Unique tricolor bloom : purple, gold and white
? Very early , faithful and easy to naturalize
? Ideal for cheerful flowerbeds , dynamic rockeries , or late winter pots
? Excellent for sunny gardens and small spaces
? Add color, light, and surprise to your winter scenes with the Crocus 'Tricolor', offered by Van Noort — a small bulb with big visual effects. ?
?? Pair with muscari , snowdrops , blanda anemones or late winter cyclamens for a lively and delicate composition. ??