?? Crocus FF zonatus (10 bulbs) – Soft satin pink & delicate autumn bloom ? Offered by Van Noort
Crocus FF zonatus reveals its light pink, slightly pearly flowers , accompanied by a luminous yellow heart , at an unexpected time: autumn.
Its fine, late flowering , in October, brings a soft, romantic touch to borders, rockeries and pots, when most of the flowers have left the garden.
Very hardy, it naturalizes easily in drained and light soil, thriving in the low light of shorter days.
Its graceful silhouette and soft shade make it a unique botanical crocus, ideal for lightly prolonging flowering .
A small, discreet but striking plant jewel, with simple elegance. ??
?? Characteristics of Crocus FF zonatus
?? Average height : 10 to 12 cm
?? Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
?? Hardiness : Zone 5 and above
?? Attracts wildlife : Yes, bees and fall pollinators
?? Water requirements : Low
?? Ideal soil : Light, well-drained, chalky or neutral
?? Quantity : 10 bulbs
?? Planting and growing Crocus FF zonatus
?? When to plant? From July to September, for flowering in October
?? In open ground : Ideal in soft rockeries , autumn borders , or naturalistic beds . Combine with cyclamen hederifolium, sternbergia or light grasses.
?? In a pot : Very elegant in a pastel pot , autumn planter or natural tub. Combine with matte foliage or evergreen perennials.
?? How to plant?
1?? Depth : 8 to 10 cm
2?? Spacing : 7 to 10 cm
3?? Watering : Light after planting, then very moderate
?? Crocus FF zonatus care
?? Watering : Minimal, only in very dry soil
?? Fertilizer : Useless in balanced soil
?? Pruning : Allow the foliage to fade naturally
?? Wintering : No care required, hardy and reliable
?? Why choose Crocus FF zonatus?
? Soft pink autumnal flowering , rare and subtle
? Ideal for poetic end-of-season scenes
? Very hardy , easy to grow and naturalize
? Brings a soft and luminous note when everything falls asleep
? Give your autumn a delicate pink touch with Crocus FF zonatus , offered by Van Noort — a light, unexpected and charming bloom. ?
?? Pair with Neapolitan cyclamen , sternbergia , silver foliage or small grasses for a subtle and refined autumn scene. ??