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Crocus

11 of the Best Crocus Varieties for Your Garden

Categories Flowers, Perennials Tags Crocus, Iris Family (Iridaceae), Spring, Winter
A close up of purple C. crysanthus flowers with dark edges and lighter center, surrounded by green foliage, fading into soft focus in the background.

Nothing brightens the spirit better than a field of early-spring crocuses. Did you know that there are numerous varieties to choose from? Some are deer resistant, others are extra hardy, and with their colorful hues, all are gorgeous. Check out our roundup of 11 of our favorite crocus varieties for your garden now.

9 Reasons Your Crocus May Not Bloom

Categories Flowers, Perennials Tags Crocus, Iris Family (Iridaceae), Spring, Winter
A close up of green crocus foliage on dark soil fading to soft focus.

Are your crocus corms failing to produce blooms, or maybe they’re not even pushing foliage through the ground? If you’re not seeing flowers by mid-spring, you know something’s up. But what could it be? This guide will introduce the nine most common reasons why your crocus might fail to bloom. Read more now.

Can Crocus Grow in the Cold and Snow?

Categories Flowers, Herbs, Perennials Tags Crocus, Iris Family (Iridaceae), Spring, Winter
A close up of yellow crocus blooms pushing through the snow in early spring with water droplets on their petals in filtered sunshine on a soft focus background.

Crocuses are known for dotting lawns and gardens with vibrant hues of purple, pink, and yellow just when winter seemed it would never end. They’re also famously hardy. But can they survive the most frigid winter temperatures? What if they bloom just before a cold snap or blizzard? Can they grow in snow? Find out now.

When to Plant Crocus Bulbs

Categories Flowers, Propagation Tags Crocus, Iris Family (Iridaceae), Spring, Winter
A close up of purple crocus flowers growing in the garden through a light dusting of snow on a soft focus background.

Are you wondering when is the best time to plant crocus bulbs in the ground for a vibrant springtime reward? You won’t want to miss this guide. Discover exactly when to plant the three most popular crocus varieties for a late fall or early spring bounty of purple, pink, white, or yellow blooms. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Crocus Flowers

Categories Flowers, Herbs, Perennials Tags Crocus, Edible Flowers, Iris Family (Iridaceae), Spring, Winter
A Sign of Spring and a Taste of Luxury: How to Grow Crocuses | GardenersPath.com

Learn how to grow crocus, the vivid-hued, tulip-like flower that offers Northerners the first taste of spring. Find out more now with our growing guide.

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