Crocus 'Pickwick'
Dutch crocus bulbs
- 25 × bulbs
- £5.99 £9.99
- available to order from summer
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- Bulbs (only) £4.95
- Position: full sun
- Soil: gritty, poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average to fast
- Flowering period: February to March
- Hardiness: fully hardy
- Bulb size: 7/8
'Pickwick' has stunning, delicate purple veining running along the length of its petals which surround and cosset beautiful golden stamens cocooned within the centre of the flower. The petals have a light fringe to the edges, giving them a slightly ruffled effect.
These larger, later-flowering Dutch crocus bulbs fare better against squirrel-grazing than other smaller, less robust species. Always worth including in the garden, these delightful bulbous perennials signal that spring is just around the corner.
Plant these in a sunny spot where they will quickly form large clumps.
These larger, later-flowering Dutch crocus bulbs fare better against squirrel-grazing than other smaller, less robust species. Always worth including in the garden, these delightful bulbous perennials signal that spring is just around the corner.
Plant these in a sunny spot where they will quickly form large clumps.
Plant bulbs in tight clusters to form naturalistic drifts 10cm deep where they can be left undisturbed for several years. Keep a lookout for damage by mice or squirrels. This can sometimes be avoided by laying a piece of chicken wire over the bulbs before you cover them with soil. If you are growing these in grass, avoid mowing it until the leaves have completely died back.
- Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
