{"product_id":"crocus-mix","title":"Crocus Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e5 Corms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"749\"\u003eCrocus Mix is a colorful mixture of flowering crocuses grown from \u003cstrong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"446\"\u003ecorms\u003c\/strong\u003e. Crocus plants are compact and produce attractive goblet-shaped flowers, usually in shades of white, yellow, purple, lilac and violet. Depending on the varieties included in the mix, flowering may occur in late winter, early spring, or in some types during autumn. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"708\" data-content-reference-end=\"740\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eCrocuses are excellent for flower beds, rock gardens, borders and containers. They remain relatively small, making them particularly useful for planting in groups for a stronger display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1n5t6hr\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"976\"\u003e🌱 Best Planting Time in the Gulf\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003eFor \u003cstrong data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003espring-flowering Crocus Mix corms\u003c\/strong\u003e, plant during the cooler part of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"eqii7n\" data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003eGulf area:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–December\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nhgpes\" data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eKuwait:\u003c\/strong\u003e November–December is generally preferable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xusum4\" data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003eA second opportunity may be possible in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eJanuary\u003c\/strong\u003e if temperatures remain mild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q6gd3j\" data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eAvoid planting during the hot summer months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003eCrocus corms generally need a cool growing period to develop properly, so Gulf planting is more successful during the cooler season. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1408\" data-content-reference-end=\"1440\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qloijc\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003e🌷 How to Plant the Corms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jjakix\" data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eChoose a location with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003egood drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e and plenty of sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ee3b0k\" data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003ePrepare loose soil mixed with compost and coarse material such as perlite, pumice or horticultural grit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l91g3k\" data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003ePlant the corms with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003epointed\/shooting side upward\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v2tb97\" data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003ePlant most Crocus corms approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e5–10 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on corm size and variety. Many spring crocuses are planted around 7–10 cm deep, while larger types can be planted deeper. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1901\" data-content-reference-end=\"1933\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7133g5\" data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eSpace the corms approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e7–10 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w0g5u5\" data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003ePlant several corms together rather than individually for a fuller, more natural-looking display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ajcjmn\" data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003eCover gently with soil and water lightly after planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"dpckm\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e🌡️ Growth \u0026amp; Flowering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003eCrocus produces narrow, grass-like leaves followed by short stems carrying cup- or goblet-shaped flowers. Most spring-flowering crocuses bloom in late winter or early spring, although the exact timing depends on the varieties included in the mix. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2422\" data-content-reference-end=\"2454\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003eIn the Gulf, flowering can be less predictable than in cooler climates because some crocuses require a sufficiently cool period before flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"h9x43j\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2645\"\u003e☀️ Sunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2758\"\u003eCrocus generally performs best in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e with good air circulation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2694\" data-content-reference-end=\"2726\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2760\" data-end=\"2780\"\u003eFor Gulf conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2944\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4xfsqu\" data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2828\"\u003eGive the plants morning and winter sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10od2jm\" data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2910\"\u003eLight afternoon protection can be useful if temperatures become unusually warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i58xfo\" data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"2944\"\u003eAvoid heavily shaded locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"dhlgsp\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"2961\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2963\" data-end=\"3069\"\u003eKeep the soil \u003cstrong data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"3026\"\u003elightly and evenly moist during active growth\u003c\/strong\u003e, but never allow it to remain waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3338\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bhbvm2\" data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3113\"\u003eWater after planting if the soil is dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"omcepy\" data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3155\"\u003eAllow excess water to drain completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vcnqz9\" data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3238\"\u003eReduce watering when the foliage begins to yellow and the plant enters dormancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jjbcog\" data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3338\"\u003eAvoid frequent summer irrigation when the corms are dormant, particularly in poorly drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3462\"\u003eGood drainage is especially important because excessive moisture can cause corm rot. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"3392\" data-content-reference-end=\"3424\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12czl2q\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3464\" data-end=\"3475\"\u003e🌱 Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3477\" data-end=\"3529\"\u003eUse a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3528\"\u003eloose, fertile and very well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3531\" data-end=\"3568\"\u003eA suitable container mix can contain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3570\" data-end=\"3649\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pe7iwz\" data-start=\"3570\" data-end=\"3592\"\u003eQuality potting soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5vua5t\" data-start=\"3593\" data-end=\"3602\"\u003eCompost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xtrtc0\" data-start=\"3603\" data-end=\"3649\"\u003ePerlite, pumice or coarse horticultural grit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3651\" data-end=\"3796\"\u003eHeavy clay soil should be improved before planting because Crocus corms dislike permanently wet conditions. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"3720\" data-content-reference-end=\"3752\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1e7bidy\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3798\" data-end=\"3816\"\u003e🌿 Fertilizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3818\" data-end=\"3856\"\u003eCrocus does not require heavy feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3858\" data-end=\"4095\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pd59mo\" data-start=\"3858\" data-end=\"3927\"\u003eMix a small amount of mature compost into the soil before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19jvb8o\" data-start=\"3928\" data-end=\"4010\"\u003eA mild balanced fertilizer can be used during active growth if the soil is poor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"29nv5\" data-start=\"4011\" data-end=\"4095\"\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage foliage at the expense of flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6aoz0j\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4119\"\u003e🌸 After Flowering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4121\" data-end=\"4391\"\u003eAllow the foliage to remain green after flowering. \u003cstrong data-start=\"4172\" data-end=\"4224\"\u003eDo not cut the leaves while they are still green\u003c\/strong\u003e, because the plant uses them to replenish the corm for the following season. Allow the foliage to yellow and die back naturally. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"4308\" data-content-reference-end=\"4327\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4393\" data-end=\"4481\"\u003eOnce completely dormant, reduce watering considerably and keep the corms relatively dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cbam5u\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4483\" data-end=\"4511\"\u003e🪴 Growing in Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4513\" data-end=\"4553\"\u003eCrocus Mix is well suited to containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4555\" data-end=\"4854\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pkvfdm\" data-start=\"4555\" data-end=\"4591\"\u003eUse a pot with excellent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vxax5n\" data-start=\"4592\" data-end=\"4668\"\u003eA container approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"4620\" data-end=\"4637\"\u003e15–20 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable for a small group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g25ow4\" data-start=\"4669\" data-end=\"4707\"\u003ePlant the corms around 7–10 cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1njyp6d\" data-start=\"4708\" data-end=\"4760\"\u003eGroup several corms together for a fuller display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xdohil\" data-start=\"4761\" data-end=\"4810\"\u003eKeep the container in a bright, sunny position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cwxc7c\" data-start=\"4811\" data-end=\"4854\"\u003eProtect the pot from excessive Gulf heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4856\" data-end=\"5021\"\u003eContainers are particularly useful in Kuwait because they allow you to move the plants to a cooler, protected position during periods of unusually high temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"d523vn\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5023\" data-end=\"5047\"\u003e🔥 Gulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5049\" data-end=\"5701\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n7wusy\" data-start=\"5049\" data-end=\"5134\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"5051\" data-end=\"5062\"\u003eKuwait:\u003c\/strong\u003e November–December is a good starting window for spring-flowering types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12dh5tu\" data-start=\"5135\" data-end=\"5220\"\u003eChoose \u003cstrong data-start=\"5144\" data-end=\"5165\"\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e; this is one of the most important factors for Crocus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4y2gq1\" data-start=\"5221\" data-end=\"5273\"\u003eMorning sun is excellent during the cooler season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lhh0o8\" data-start=\"5274\" data-end=\"5303\"\u003eAvoid excessive irrigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f1wyhx\" data-start=\"5304\" data-end=\"5385\"\u003eDo not expect all varieties in a mixed pack to flower at exactly the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s4mlf6\" data-start=\"5386\" data-end=\"5437\"\u003eKeep the foliage until it naturally turns yellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19y50zz\" data-start=\"5438\" data-end=\"5561\"\u003eBecause Gulf winters are warmer than the climates where many crocuses are traditionally grown, flowering may be variable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x0vm36\" data-start=\"5562\" data-end=\"5701\"\u003eStore dormant corms in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"5589\" data-end=\"5628\"\u003ecool, dry and well-ventilated place\u003c\/strong\u003e if they are lifted for replanting. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"5598\" data-content-reference-end=\"5617\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5703\" data-end=\"5855\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5703\" data-end=\"5720\"\u003e⚠️ Important:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crocus ornamental corms should not be eaten. Keep planting material away from children and pets. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"5734\" data-content-reference-end=\"5753\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5857\" data-end=\"6032\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5857\" data-end=\"5876\"\u003e🌱 Growing Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant Crocus Mix in groups rather than as single corms. A cluster of different colors gives a much stronger display in containers, borders and raised beds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Safak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67397066195162,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/Crocus.jpg?v=1790805168","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/crocus-mix","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}