Or amend the soil with the addition of organic material to raise the level 2-3" to improve the drainage. Forced purple crocus bulbs sound a bright note of color when tucked into vintage thumbprint embossed bowls. Carry on browsing if you're happy with this, or find out how to manage cookies. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place. As the bulbs start to bloom, you can move them to a prominent place for best viewing. Once the container plant begins to die, leave it alone. Keep them dryer in the summer and water them a little more in the fall. Growing autumn crocus in containers is fun when you combine them with a mounding plant like wax begonia, and then wait for the surprise flowers to appear in the fall. Flowering mainly in late winter to early spring, many crocuses are good in borders or seasonal containers while others are best in a rock garden or alpine house. Space bulbs so they aren't planted on top of one another. Container-grown autumn crocus plants may perennialize in zones seven and eight. Plant the bulbs 2 inches deep and 2 inches apart and keep the soil moist but not overly saturated. Each narrow flower has three distinct bands of lilac, white, and golden yellow. If this happens, just plant the bulb on its side; the root action will pull the plant upwards. Follow these steps to create a stunning display in your yard or garden. Shop now. Carry on browsing if you're happy with this, or find out how to manage cookies. To obtain saffron, the stigmas must be handpicked, contributing to the preciousness of this spice. ‘Pickwick’ is a striped crocus with alternating pale and dark lilac and dark purple bases. To ensure that your bulbs stand erect, you can support top growth with flower rings or stakes and twine. Saffron is an ancient spice that has been used as a flavor for food and also as a dye. A spare refrigerator is an ideal spot, but keep bulbs away from fruits or vegetables; they give off ethylene gas, which can cause the bud inside a bulb to abort. Place a bulb on the soil, and twist it a quarter-turn to give it some grip in the soil. You can store bulbs and use the plant container for another planting before replanting the corms in the fall. ‘Tricolor Crocus’ is a beauty. ‘Tricolor Crocus’ is a beauty. If you miss the optimum planting time for spring-flowering bulbs, go ahead and plant them anyway. The leaves will eventually start to turn yellow and dry up. Add more potting mix around the bulbs, firming it into place with your fingers. It’s 4 to 5 inches tall and blooms in spring to early summer. Growing saffron outdoors requires soil that drains well and a sunny or partly sunny location. Be careful not to overwater; excess moisture can lead to rot. 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