?? 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. ??