Crocus Sativus Bulbs | AgriSeek.com

Prices start at : 4.99 USD / each

Then watch them spread and multiply by leaps and bounds. SHIPS IN FALL Their bright colors announce the coming of spring, sometimes even before the snow has melted. They'll surprise you, they'll cheer you, and they'll lift you out of winter's doldrums.

Max Height (feet): 5-6"
Deer Resistant: Yes
Colors: Mixed
Spread: 2-3"

Illinois

Bloomington

Crocus Pickwick

Prices start at : 8.95 USD / 15 Bulbs

Pot them up every two weeks starting in mid-October and prechill them at a consistent, 38 to 45 degrees F in the dark for eight to ten weeks with moderate watering. Bring them into the house~they will bloom about four weeks later.

Maryland

Bowie

Joan Of Arc Dutch Crocus

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Prices start at : 16.98 USD / Bag of 20

Joan of Arc's appeal also comes from its charming purple-tinged base and its elegant shape, which attracts attention at every stage. Plant in groups for stunning early spring color.

✓ Deer Resistant
✓ Containers

Bulb Size: 9-10 cm
Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Common Name: Dutch Crocus Joan Of Arc
Mature Height: 4-6" tall

Vermont

Shelburne

Tricolor Snow Crocus

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Prices start at : 13.98 USD / Bag of 25

Add these jewel-toned beauties to your wildflower collection and you'll enjoy them for years. Create a unique statement in your early spring garden with this species crocus. (Crocus sieberi)

3-4" tall

Bee Friendly: Yes
Mature Height: 3-4" tall
Soil Moisture: Average, Well Draining
Advantages: Deer Resistant, Bee Friendly, Easy to Grow, Containers, Groundcover, Grow in the Lawn
Mature Plant Size: 3-4" tall
Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Vermont

Shelburne

Snow Crocus Mix

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Prices start at : 13.98 USD / Bag of 30

Tough yet cheerful, when this mix starts blooming you'll know spring is here! This mix of purple, white and yellow Crocus will pop up in early spring through the snow.

Groundcover: Yes
Plant Type / Life Cycle: Perennial
Planting Time: Fall
Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Common Name: Snow Crocus Mix, Wild Crocus, Specie Crocus
Bulb Spacing: 16 bulbs per sq. ft.

Vermont

Shelburne

Pickwick Dutch Crocus

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Prices start at : 16.98 USD / Bag of 20

(Crocus vernus) Plant this beauty along walkways or in your lawn for amazing early spring color. Pickwick is the most popular large-flowering crocus, with purple and white striped flowers that open to reveal bright-orange stamens.

✓ Easy to Grow
✓ Grow in the Lawn

Flower Color: Purple, White
Mature Plant Size: 4-6" tall
Bulb Spacing: 16 bulbs per sq. ft.
Soil Type: Clay Soil, Sandy Soil, Loamy Soil, Drought/Dry Soil

Vermont

Shelburne

Crocus Yellow Mammoth

Prices start at : 8.95 USD / 15 Bulbs

Maryland

Bowie

Yellow Mammoth Dutch Crocus

★★★★★

Prices start at : 15.98 USD / Bag of 20

These are the much loved large flowering crocus with the glowing butter yellow shine. The more you plant, the better it will look. Plant in large groups for spectacular color. (Crocus flavus)

Common Name: Dutch Crocus Yellow Mammoth
Planting Time: Fall
Mature Height: 4-6" tall
Grow in the Lawn: Yes
Soil Type: Clay Soil, Sandy Soil, Loamy Soil, Drought/Dry Soil
Advantages: Deer Resistant, Bee Friendly, Easy to Grow, Containers, Groundcover, Grow in the Lawn

Vermont

Shelburne

Orange Monarch Snow Crocus

★★★★★

Prices start at : 26.98 USD / Bag of 25

These Crocus are often called 'Snow Crocus' for obvious reasons. Add these jewel-toned beauties to your wildflower collection and you'll enjoy them for years. A large clump of species crocus can be one of the loveliest early spring displays of all.

✓ Deer Resistant
✓ Half Sun / Half Shade

Planting Time: Fall
Soil Moisture: Average, Well Draining
Botanical Name: Crocus chrysanthus Orange Monarch
Bulb Size: 5 cm

Vermont

Shelburne

Ruby Giant Snow Crocus

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Prices start at : 11.98 USD / Bag of 25

(Crocus tommasinianus) These are the ones called 'Snow Crocus' for obvious reasons. They work almost exactly the same. They bloom well before the Dutch Crocus, so for a long season of crocus bloom, plant them both.

✓ Groundcover
✓ Bee Friendly
✓ Easy to Grow

Botanical Name: Crocus tommasinianus Ruby Giant
Bulb Spacing: 16 bulbs per sq. ft.
Common Name: Snow Crocus Ruby Giant, Wild Crocus, Specie Crocus

Vermont

Shelburne

Crocus Flower Record

Prices start at : 8.95 USD / 15 Bulbs

Perfect in groups and large masses. Great plant for naturalizing, in the grass, slopes, under trees. Crocus are also good for forcing indoors over the winter. Vivid purple outside with a white throat.

Maryland

Bowie

Blue Moon Dutch Crocus Mix

★★★★★

Prices start at : 15.98 USD / Bag of 20

(Crocus vernus) Stunning in the spring lawn. This Dutch Crocus mix creates a rich blue and purple pool of color.

✓ Full Sun
✓ Groundcover
✓ Containers
✓ Bee Friendly

Soil Moisture: Average, Well Draining
Mature Plant Size: 4-6" tall

Vermont

Shelburne

Saffron Crocus

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Prices start at : 16.98 USD / Bag of 15

They're great in the ground or in patio pots---anywhere you want to add jewel-like color for your fall garden. Once they're dry, store them in an air-tight container in a cool place, and use the saffron whenever you like.

Bulb Spacing: 12 bulbs per sq. ft.
Additional Information: Hardy in zones 6-10
Botanical Name: Crocus sativus
Mature Plant Size: 4" tall
Planting Depth: Plant 2" deep
Common Name: Saffron Crocus

Vermont

Shelburne

Fall Flowering Crocus Mix

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Prices start at : 15.98 USD / Bag of 15

Growing Fall-Flowering Crocus and Colchicum If you've never planted them before, you'll find the regular 'fall-flowering crocus', including C. Colchicums are different, since every bulb (they're larger than the regular crocus bulbs) produces a whole bouquet...

Botanical Name: Crocus kotschyanus Fall Flowering Mix
Plant Type / Life Cycle: Perennial
Planting Time: Fall
Advantages: Easy to Grow, Containers
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
Containers: Yes

Vermont

Shelburne

Saffron Crocus Kit

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Prices start at : 34.98 USD / Indoor Growing Kit

Very easy to grow. The Saffron Crocus Kit comes with everything you need to grow your own delicious, edible saffron. Featuring a double-sized green tin pot, soil medium and 12 high quality saffron corms, you can expect gorgeous, lavender blooms to appear...

Planting Depth: Plant 2" deep
Planting Time: Fall
Soil Type: Loamy Soil
Soil Moisture: Average, Well Draining
Botanical Name: Crocus sativus
Bulb Spacing: 12 bulbs per pot

Vermont

Shelburne

Crocus Winter Flowering: Learn About Crocus In Snow And Cold

Because crocus cold hardiness goes down to -20 degrees, an incident cold enough to hurt them would be rare and only in the chilliest zones.Spring cold temperatures do not last long enough to do damage to most bulbs.

Ohio

Willoughby

Tips For Growing Crocus In Your Garden

Gardeners in zones where the winters are too harsh or too warm to plant in fall canwill graze on the early foliage. The usual colors found are white, mauve, lavender, yellow and even striped.

Ohio

Willoughby

How To Plant Crocuses And Proper Crocus Flower Care

Aor herb garden is a great site to plant them, and small perennials that grow in such places make good plant companions.In the rock garden and herb garden, you will want to plant crocuses under.

Ohio

Willoughby

What Is Autumn Crocus: Growing Information And Care Of Autumn Crocus Plants

The flowers of the autumn crocus tend to be delicate and should be protected, so situate them under low growing plants or even amid the lawn. While they may need some water during arid conditions, they're basically maintenance free.If your autumn crocus...

Ohio

Willoughby

What Are Crocus Offsets: How To Dig Up Crocus Bulbs For Propagation

Turn the soil in the new site to a depth of 4 inches and dig holes 3 to 4 inches apart.and 2 to 3 inches deep. You can protect your bulbs by placing wire mesh over the area before laying your mulch to prevent animals from being able to dig up the bulbs.

Ohio

Willoughby

Growing Crocus Indoors

Crocuses need plenty of sun to create those spectacular blooms.Once blooming has ceased, the crocus leaves should be left alone to dry naturally, as this process is imperative for healthy plant production.Crocus self-multiplies each year and new plants...

Ohio

Willoughby

Crocus In Lawns: Tips For Growing Crocus In The Yard

Steer clear of perfect rows.Small, early blooming crocus varieties have fine-textured foliage that blends well with lawn grass. Additionally, they tend to compete with turf more effectively than larger, late-blooming types.Many gardeners who have successfully...

Ohio

Willoughby

Crocus Bulb Storage: Learn How To Cure Crocus Bulbs

After curing the corms, cut off the spent foliage, taking care not to cut into the corm.Many gardeners like to dust the bulbs with fungicide but this isn't necessary provided they have been cured dry and are in a well ventilated area.Place corms in a...

Ohio

Willoughby

Crocus Planting Tips: Learn When To Plant Crocus Bulbs

This is important to prevent the corms from sitting in a bog and rotting.will require some organic amendment to enhance nutrient content. Ideally, the best time to plant a crocus is 6 to 8 weeks before the first expected frost.

Ohio

Willoughby

Common Crocus Species: Fall And Spring Blooming Crocus Plant Varieties

Often known as “Tommy,” this small variety displays star-shaped blooms of silvery bluish-lavender.) is a delightful variety with sweet-scented, orange-yellow blooms. Hybrids are available in many colors, including pure white, pale blue, pale yellow,...

Ohio

Willoughby

My Crocus Won't Flower: Reasons For A Crocus Not Blooming

Even the best planting area may suffer from non-flowering crocus. Soil is a crucial factor in non-flowering crocus corms. Dig out the patch and separate the corms, planting them individually in prepared soil.

Ohio

Willoughby

Crocus to Brighten the Spring Garden

We are all familiar with the standard Dutch hybrid crocus which grace our spring gardens, but there are many other crocus species and selections that we can choose from that will help extend the crocus season of late winter to early spring.

California

El Segundo