Description

A striking large-flowered crocus, Crocus ‘Pickwick’ bears silvery-lilac petals boldly streaked with deep purple, opening wide to reveal bright orange stamens. Flowering early in spring, this showy variety adds drama and colour to borders, lawns, and pots when little else is in bloom.

 

At a Glance

Flowering period: February–March

Position: Full sun or partial shade

Height x Spread: 15cm x 8cm

Planting depth & spacing: 8–10cm deep, 5–8cm apart

Perfect for: Naturalising in lawns, borders, pots, rock gardens

Pollinator-friendly: Yes, provides an early nectar source for bees

 

Why We Love It

‘Pickwick’ is a favourite among gardeners for its bold purple striping and large, goblet-shaped flowers. Compact yet striking, it naturalises readily to form cheerful carpets that return year after year, brightening the garden at the very start of spring.

It pairs beautifully with plain yellow or white crocuses for contrast, or with early narcissus and iris reticulata for a layered seasonal display. Ideal for naturalising in grass or planting in drifts through borders for maximum impact.

 

How to Plant & Grow

• Plant from September to November before the ground freezes.
• Choose a sunny or partially shaded spot with well-drained soil.
• Plant bulbs 8–10cm deep and 5–8cm apart.
• Water well after planting, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.
• Allow foliage to die back naturally to feed bulbs for the following year.

 

What’s in the Pack

• Pack of 10 top-quality bulbs
• Bulb size: 7/8cm

 

From Kapiteyn in the Netherlands

All our spring bulbs are supplied by Kapiteyn in the Netherlands, a grower committed to sustainability. Their farms are powered by over 1,500 solar panels, all packaging materials are 100% recyclable, and innovative water-saving technologies reduce environmental impact.

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