Spring crocus

Spring crocus

Crocus vernus

Crocus
Iridaceae
Native Plants
Zone 510
🐾 Pet-Safe
🌱 Beginner Friendly

Spring crocus is a low-maintenance bulb that thrives when planted in well-draining soil in autumn for a cheerful early-spring display. Water regularly during active growth but let the soil dry out once foliage has died back in summer. Plant corms about 3 inches deep and enjoy minimal ongoing care year after year.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Low

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Moderate

Mature Height

12″ – 36″

Soil

loam

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

3

Watering Schedule

Every 7-10 Days During Active Growth; Reduce After Foliage Dies Back • Water Moderately To Keep Soil Evenly Moist; Avoid Waterlogging The Corms

Soil pH

6 – 7

Temperature

-20°85°F

Mature Spread

up to 24

Root Depth

Medium

Foliage

Medium

Propagation: Seed, Cutting

Ecology & Origin

Native to

Austria
France
Germany
Italy
Kentucky
Switzerland
Yugoslavia

Attracts

🐝 Bees
🐝 Butterflies

Sources

Data: trefle

Image: trefle.io — Taken Feb 28, 2019 by Dieter Wagner (cc-by-sa)

Hardiness Zones
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