Mixed Colours Crocus
Description
Crocus 'Mixed Colours' (20 bulbs) – Cheerful late winter palette Submitted by Van Noort
The 'Mixed Colours' mix brings together a harmony of early crocuses in luminous hues : deep purple, pure white, golden yellow and soft lavender , for vibrant flowering from the first days of spring.
Perfect for creating a colorful and lively carpet , this mix celebrates the return of light and awakens still dormant flowerbeds, borders, rockeries or lawns .
The bright cup-shaped flowers, beloved by early pollinators , open at the slightest ray of sunshine.
Easy to achieve, very hardy, this mixture naturalizes quickly , bringing a touch of spontaneity each year.
A cocktail of bright and fresh colors, for a garden full of vitality from February.
Characteristics of Crocus 'Mixed Colors'
Average height : 10 to 15 cm
Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness : Zone 3 and above
Attracts wildlife : Yes, late winter pollinators
Water requirements : Low
Ideal soil : Light, drained, not too rich
Quantity : 20 bulbs (mixture of botanical and large-flowered varieties)
Planting and growing Crocus 'Mixed Colors'
When to plant From September to November, for flowering in February-March
In open ground : Ideal in naturalized lawns , spring flowerbeds , rockeries or at the base of deciduous trees . Combine with snowdrops, grape hyacinths or reticulata irises for a cheerful effect.
In a pot : Magnificent in a colorful pot , patio tub or winter 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, unnecessary in winter
Care of Crocus 'Mixed Colors'
Watering : Not necessary except in cases of prolonged drought
Fertilizer : Useless in balanced soil
Pruning : Let the foliage fade naturally
Wintering : No care required, very hardy
Why choose Crocus 'Mixed Colors'
Early and colorful flowering , from the end of winter
Ideal for easy naturalization in all spaces
Very rustic , easy to grow, multiplies from year to year
Perfect for creating cheerful and natural effects in pots or in the ground
Bring a burst of color and energy to your winter scenes with Crocus 'Mixed Colors' , offered by Van Noort — a generous, spontaneous and charming mix.
Pair with snowdrops , muscari or cyclamen for a lively and poetic scene.
