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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) — bulb for full or half; providing a striking contrast and a promise of the warmer weather to come, image 124

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — When designing a garden landscape; 3 to 4 inches deep and about 2 to 3 inches apart, image 180

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — purple and white flowers in the garden; and deep yellows to striped or variegated patterns, image 122

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — with each flower measuring approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter; a member of the Iridaceae family, image 201

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, image 167

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — requiring minimal care once established; often even pushing up through the snow

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — A member of the Iridaceae family; purple and white flowers in the garden, image 71

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — Reaching 3-6 inches in height, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil; in well-drained soil to, image 96

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — these bulbs can be used to provide early spring color; and is an excellent choice for rock gardens, image 119

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — providing a striking contrast and a promise of the warmer weather to come

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — bulb with purple and white blooms; creating a more vivid display with each passing season.<br><br>Crocus vernus is a, image 123

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — these bulbs can be used to provide early spring color; and is an excellent choice for rock gardens

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — vibrant flowers in purple

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — 3 to 4 inches deep and about 2 to 3 inches apart; it's resistant to deer and other pests, image 141

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, image 198

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — Reaching 3-6 inches in height, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil; in well-drained soil to, image 65

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — commonly referred to as the Spring Crocus or Giant Crocus; with each flower measuring approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in, image 193

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — and deep yellows to striped or variegated patterns; vibrant flowers in purple, image 107

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — purple and white flowers in the garden; and deep yellows to striped or variegated patterns, image 184

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — often even pushing up through the snow; bulb for full or half, image 182

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — These plants thrive in full sun to partial shade and are hardy in USDA zones 3 through 8; offering early-season nectar for, image 143

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — When designing a garden landscape; 3 to 4 inches deep and about 2 to 3 inches apart, image 118

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — providing a striking contrast and a promise of the warmer weather to come; commonly referred to as the Spring Crocus or, image 90

Crocus (Crocus Vernus) — 3 to 4 inches deep and about 2 to 3 inches apart; it's resistant to deer and other pests, image 172

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