This is the crocus everyone knows and loves. The bright colors, plus the popular "striped" crocus, guarantee a wonderful array of color, especially against the emerald green of a lawn in early spring. Planting in the lawn is simple, since the bulbs are so small, and the effect in spring is a real treat. The more you plant, the better it will look. One caveat: If you plant in the lawn, wait 6 weeks after flowers bloom to mow.
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Botanical Name: Crocus vernus
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Common Name: Large Flowering Dutch Crocus
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Color: Mixture of purple, yellow and white flowers
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Spread/Width: Plant 16 per square foot
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Flower: Large blooms open wide
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Sun/Shade: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Preferences: Crocus will grow in most soil types that are well drained.
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Advantages: Great for lawns and naturalizing.
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