Water
Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly once the foliage begins to yellow and die back after flowering. Ensure good drainage to prevent bulb rot.
Crocus X encompasses a diverse group of hardy, early-blooming herbaceous perennials known for their vibrant, cup-shaped flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce after flowering.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Requires a period of cold dormancy for best bloom, but grows well in cool to moderate temperatures (10-18°C) when active.
Low
25% intensity
Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer; avoid excessive nitrogen.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly once the foliage begins to yellow and die back after flowering. Ensure good drainage to prevent bulb rot.
Remove spent flowers promptly after blooming to prevent seed production, which diverts energy from the bulb. Cut back the foliage only after it has completely yellowed and died back naturally.
This allows the bulb to store maximum energy for the next season.
Crocuses primarily propagate through offsets (cormels) that form around the parent corm. These can be carefully separated when dormant, typically in late summer after the foliage has died back.
Replant them at the appropriate depth.
Crocus corms do not require frequent repotting. If overcrowded or if the soil quality has degraded, they can be lifted and replanted in late summer after the foliage has died back.
Choose a well-draining location with adequate sunlight.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Crocus X (Crocus x)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Species | Crocus X |
Similar in genus Crocus
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data