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Crocus Vernus

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Overview

Crocus vernus, or Spring Crocus, is a herald of spring with cup-shaped, vibrant flowers in purple, yellow, or white. Reaching 3-6 inches in height, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Plant corms 3-4 inches deep and 2-3 inches apart. This low-maintenance perennial is ideal for naturalizing in lawns and under trees, offering early-season nectar for pollinators and a splash of color to awakening gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–8Type BulbClimate Mediterranean

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — is a herald of spring with cup-shaped; plant corms 3-4 inches deep and 2-3 inches apart, image 94

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 0.25–0.5 Ft.
Mature width: 0.25–0.5 Ft.

Classification

Type: Bulb
Family: Iridaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — with each flower measuring approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — Crocus vernus reaches a modest height of 4 to 6 inches; this low-maintenance perennial is ideal for naturalizing in lawns, image 103

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — is an enchanting herbaceous perennial that heralds the arrival of spring with its vibrant blooms; requiring minimal care, image 132

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — It's resistant to deer and other pests

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — is an enchanting herbaceous perennial that heralds the arrival of spring with its vibrant blooms; requiring minimal care, image 194

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — 3 to 4 inches deep and about 2 to 3 inches apart

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — is an enchanting herbaceous perennial that heralds the arrival of spring with its vibrant blooms; requiring minimal care, image 163

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — vibrant flowers in purple; with each bulb producing narrow, image 157

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — in well-drained soil to ensure proper root development

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — is a herald of spring with cup-shaped; plant corms 3-4 inches deep and 2-3 inches apart, image 156

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — The blooms exhibit a stunning range of colors; these bulbs can be used to provide early spring color, image 199

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — and is an excellent choice for rock gardens; crocus vernus reaches a modest height of 4 to 6 inches, image 86

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — grass-like leaves and a singular striking flower; these plants thrive in full sun to partial shade and are hardy in USDA zones 3

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — Crocus vernus reaches a modest height of 4 to 6 inches; this low-maintenance perennial is ideal for naturalizing in lawns and under

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — often even pushing up through the snow; bulb for full or half, image 213

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — This low-maintenance perennial is ideal for naturalizing in lawns and under trees; is a herald of spring with cup-shaped, image 98

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — Crocus vernus reaches a modest height of 4 to 6 inches

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — Crocus vernus reaches a modest height of 4 to 6 inches; this low-maintenance perennial is ideal for naturalizing in lawns, image 196

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — This low-maintenance perennial is ideal for naturalizing in lawns and under trees; is a herald of spring with cup-shaped, image 191

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — and deep yellows to striped or variegated patterns; vibrant flowers in purple, image 76

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — This low-maintenance perennial is ideal for naturalizing in lawns and under trees

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — is an enchanting herbaceous perennial that heralds the arrival of spring with its vibrant blooms; requiring minimal care once

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — The blooms exhibit a stunning range of colors; these bulbs can be used to provide early spring color, image 106

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — Plant corms 3-4 inches deep and 2-3 inches apart; when designing a garden landscape, image 66

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