LIGHT
Crocus flowers like to be in full sun to partial shade
SOIL
Crocus bulbs do best in well-draining soil. Spread 2″ of peat moss and blend with existing soil to help with drainage.
FERTILIZER
Crocus bulbs like to be fertilized as you are planting. Add fertilizer 2″ below the bulb in order to promote rooting.
We suggest Espoma Organic Bulb-tone
BLOOM TIME
Crocus flowers like to be the first to the party, so you will see them often times blooming between January and March.
PLANTING DEPTH
Planting crocus bulbs between 2 – 3 inches in depth is perfect for them.
PLANT SPACING
Make sure to plant crocus bulbs between 3 – 4 inches apart, depending on the size of the bulb.
Our Advice
- Crocus flowers love a sunny location, but can tolerate some partial shade.
- Crocus bulbs and flowers enjoy having soil that is well-draining and has organic matter. Amend the soil you are planting in with organic material such as compost, manure or we suggest peat moss.
- Space those bulbs apart about 2 – 4″ apart. Using a crocus planter from Dewit will make your life easy.
- Crocus bulbs don’t always having a noticeable pointed end, so just plant with the flattest end down.
- Fertilize when planting the crocus bulbs with either Espoma Organic Bulb-tone or Hi Yield Dutch Bulb Food. Applying fertilizer at least 2″ below bulb will make sure the roots get the most from the fertilizer.
- Water the area where planted immediately after planting. No need to water after that until spring.
- Apply 2″ of mulch in late fall to help put them to bed for the long winter