?? Crocus 'Purple' (10 bulbs) – Intense purple & late winter blooms ? Offered by Van Noort
Crocus 'Purple' is a timeless classic for winter scenes, with its deep, velvety purple petals appearing in the very first days of February.
Its bright, delicate and early flowering brings warmth and contrast to the still dormant flowerbeds, while providing an essential source of nectar for the first pollinators .
Ideal for naturalizing a lawn , brightening up a winter border or creating a simple and elegant pot , this crocus multiplies easily over the years.
Rustic, faithful, and always effective, it invites itself into all gardens with a simplicity full of presence .
An essential bulb, for a spring that begins in the light. ??
?? Characteristics of Crocus 'Purple'
?? Average height : 10 to 15 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 : 10 bulbs
?? Planting and growing Crocus 'Purple'
?? When to plant? From September to November, for flowering in February-March
?? In open ground : Perfect for naturalizing in lawns , edging a spring flowerbed or creating a scene in light undergrowth . Combine with white crocuses, grape hyacinths or snowdrops.
?? In a pot : Superb in a simple pot , winter planter or balcony box. Combine with cream pansies or silvery-grey foliage.
?? 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 the 'Purple' Crocus
?? Watering : Not necessary except during exceptionally dry periods
?? Fertilizer : No need for balanced soil
?? Size : Allow the foliage to fade naturally
?? Wintering : No care required, very hardy
?? Why choose the 'Purple' Crocus?
? Intense, classic and vibrant color
? Very early flowering , from the end of winter
? Ideal for naturalization , pots or elegant borders
? Very hardy , multiplies naturally
? Give your garden the quiet, luminous strength of Crocus 'Purple', offered by Van Noort — an essential, simple, and deeply elegant variety . ?
?? Pair with yellow crocuses , snowdrops , white muscari or blanda anemones for a scene full of contrast and balance. ??