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Flower Record Crocus-Large Flowering-Deep Blue Purple Blooms 200 in Box

Flower Record Crocus-Large Flowering-Deep Blue Purple Blooms 200 in Box

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SKU:bucrlf0023-redcrocus

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Crocus, Large Flowering, 'Flower Record', Dark Blue Purple Information Page
Crocus 'Flower Record' - Plant Catalog

Crocus, Large Flowering, 'Flower Record', Dark Blue Purple

Description

The 'Flower Record' crocus is a stunning large flowering variety known for its deep blue-purple blooms. These vibrant flowers are among the first to appear in spring, often peeking through the last of the winter snow, bringing a splash of color to the garden.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for rock gardens, borders, and naturalizing in lawns. Perfect for early spring displays and can be planted in containers for patio decoration. Their early bloom time makes them a valuable source of nectar for pollinators.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Crocus, Large Flowering, 'Flower Record', Dark Blue Purple
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Flower Record' Large Flowering Crocus
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 3-4 inches tall
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Grass-like, narrow leaves
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Early spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Daffodils, Tulips

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant corms 3-4 inches deep and 3 inches apart in fall.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Well-drained soil, avoid waterlogging
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Sandy, loamy soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Average humidity is sufficient
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flowers to prevent seed formation
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect from frost
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: 3-4 inches
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Apply bulb fertilizer in fall
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure good drainage to prevent rot
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