Product description
A superbly weather resistant variety which can be easily naturalised in grass. Crocus 'Ruby Giant' is an early cultivar blooming from as early as February. A fabulous display of purple flowers rise above slender, strap-like foliage. The large blooms are supported on sturdy stems, ensuring that they remain upright throughout the flowering period. Like all crocus, this variety will provide valuable nectar for pollinating insects in early spring.
Garden Care: Allow the strap like foliage to die back naturally after flowering. Avoid mowing areas of grass where crocus are naturalised until they have completely died back.
Early Crocus
Crocus 'Ruby Giant'
Crocus 'Ruby Giant'
Product description
A superbly weather resistant variety which can be easily naturalised in grass. Crocus 'Ruby Giant' is an early cultivar blooming from as early as February. A fabulous display of purple flowers rise above slender, strap-like foliage. The large blooms are supported on sturdy stems, ensuring that they remain upright throughout the flowering period. Like all crocus, this variety will provide valuable nectar for pollinating insects in early spring.
Garden Care: Allow the strap like foliage to die back naturally after flowering. Avoid mowing areas of grass where crocus are naturalised until they have completely died back.
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Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and flowering times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Cover the area with a layer of horticultural grit or broken eggshells to stop snails and slugs devouring new shoots as they emerge.
How to Water
Water thoroughly when planting. After this, crocuses planted in the ground should only need to be watered during dry spells. Bulbs grown in pots and containers will need watering more regularly to prevent the soil from drying out.
How to Plant
Crocuses are versatile bulbs that can be planted in lawns, beds, borders, or containers. Choose a spot in full sun or partial shade with well-draining soil and use a bulb planter or trowel to dig small holes 7-10cm apart. Plant one bulb to each hole at a depth of 10-15cm with the pointed end facing upwards. Backfill the holes, firm down the soil, and water in well.
