{"product_id":"crocus-vernus-purple-potted-crocus-bulbs","title":"Crocus vernus - Purple Potted Crocus Bulbs","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBright, spring-blooming perennial bulbs that will bring bright purple blooms to your garden early each spring. Hardy throughout the UK done to -20°C.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Crocus is one of the most well-known heralds of spring, bringing bright splashes of yellow, white and purple to gardens, woodlands and random grass verges up and down the country this time of year. These crocuses are a gorgeous deep purple in colour, and are a fabulous addition to your garden, whether naturalised in lawns, in borders, or in windowboxes or patio containers. Their gorgeous deep purple colour will add a touch of velvety glamour to your growing year on year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.088%; height: 19.5938px;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\" border=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 26.0642%;\" width=\"97\"\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 25.355%;\" width=\"92\"\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 48.5822%;\" width=\"178\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Perennial\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flower: clustered flowers on taller stems\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFlowers, tufted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Flowers June to August\"}'\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\nFlowers spring to summer, foliage winter and spring\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrocus vernus\u003c\/em\u003e (spring saffron)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSpring Crocus, Dutch Crocus, Large Flowering Crocus, Giant Crocus\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to high-altitude parts of Europe, namely France (Pyrenees), Austria, Germany, Italy, Switzerland (Alps) and the Northwest Balkans\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNo pruning required, just let the foliage die back naturally after blooming.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCrocuses are important nectar sources for early-waking pollinators, such as bees, and this species is on the RHS' Plants for Pollinators list.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYour Crocus will do best in full sun, but can grow in both exposed and sheltered spots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYour crocus will need moist soil while it's growing in spring and early summer, and then will need less once the foliage starts to dry out. In the UK, you will probably not need to give it extra water outdoors unless it's under shelter or there is unseasonably dry weather.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers light, well-drained soil. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed with a balanced fertiliser in early spring when growth begins to support strong blooms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNo, crocuses are mildly toxic to dogs, cats and horses if ingested. Best to plant away from areas your pets like to munch in!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePlant in clusters of 10–15 bulbs for a naturalistic effect, and combine with snowdrops or daffodils for layered spring interest. Crocuses naturalise beautifully, so let them multiply over time for an increasingly vibrant display.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":55085629538685,"sku":"1076191336371","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/crocus-vernus-purple-potted-crocus-bulbs-196607.jpg?v=1736460130","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/crocus-vernus-purple-potted-crocus-bulbs","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}