- Variety Info
- Sowing Info
- Growing Info
Variety Info
Type: Crocus Bulbs
Hardiness: Annual/Perennial: Perennial in zones 3-8 but usually grown as fall-planted annuals in the USA.
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Period: Spring
Plant Dimensions: 3" to 6" tall, 2" to 4" wide
Variety Info: Includes 25 Sieberi Tricolor Crocus Bulbs (Crocus sieberi 'Tricolor'), vivid flowers producing tricolored blooms in purple, white, and yellow.
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside:
- Time to Plant: Plant bulbs in fall before frost.
- Location: Choose a sunny location (6-8 hours of sunlight).
- Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil. Add compost or organic matter to improve soil quality.
- Planting Depth: Dig holes 2-3 inches deep.
- Spacing: Space bulbs 2-4 inches apart to allow for growth.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil around the bulbs.
Seed Depth: 2" to 3" inches
Seed Spacing: 2" to 4" apart
Growing Info
Special Care:
Care Instructions
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Water deeply 1-2 times per week.
- Mulching: Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
Container Planting
- Pot Size: Choose a pot at least 12 inches wide with drainage holes.
- Soil: Use a well-draining potting mix.
- Watering: Water regularly, ensuring excess water drains out.