{"product_id":"crocus-korolkowii-corms","title":"Crocus korolkowii Corms","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrocus korolkowii\u003c\/em\u003e is a striking species crocus, producing rich golden-yellow flowers marked with distinctive brownish-bronze speckles and stripes around the outside and base of the petals. Flowering very early in the year, often between January and March depending on the weather, it is a lovely way to introduce colour into the garden while winter is still giving way to spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing to just 4-10cm tall, this compact crocus is perfect for rockeries, gravel gardens, border edges and containers. It is also well suited to naturalising, where groups can establish over time to create an increasingly impressive early-season display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCrocus korolkowii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Korolkow's Crocus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e golden yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e brownish-bronze speckles and stripes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e January-March, depending on weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-10cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e naturalising, rockeries, gravel gardens, borders and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Crocus korolkowii\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to Central Asia, \u003cem\u003eCrocus korolkowii\u003c\/em\u003e is a particularly attractive member of the species crocus group. Rather than the larger blooms associated with traditional Dutch crocuses, it produces neat, elegant flowers with plenty of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe petals are a strong golden yellow, while the outside of the flowers carries contrasting bronze to brown markings. These may appear as fine speckles, streaks or more concentrated patches towards the base. The markings are especially noticeable while the flowers are closed, giving the buds an attractive two-tone appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVery Early Spring Flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the best reasons to grow \u003cem\u003eCrocus korolkowii\u003c\/em\u003e is its early flowering season. Depending on winter temperatures and local conditions, flowers can begin appearing from January and continue through February into March.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn bright days the flowers open to create little pools of golden colour close to the ground. Planting a generous group together produces the strongest effect and works particularly well alongside other early bulbs such as snowdrops, winter aconites and contrasting purple or white crocuses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Crocus korolkowii in the UK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the corms during autumn in a sunny position. Choose soil that drains freely, particularly during winter, as prolonged waterlogging should be avoided. If your garden has heavy clay soil, a raised bed, rockery or container can provide more suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an attractive display, plant the corms in informal groups rather than individually. Their short stature makes them ideal for the front of borders and other open positions where the flowers will remain visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Rockeries and Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a mature height of only 4-10cm, \u003cem\u003eCrocus korolkowii\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent choice for rockeries and gravel gardens. Its bright flowers contrast beautifully against stone and gravel, while its narrow foliage takes up very little room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also be grown in pots, troughs and other containers. Use a free-draining compost and position the container somewhere sunny. Planting several corms together will create a much more impressive display when they emerge in late winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNaturalising Crocus korolkowii\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrocus korolkowii\u003c\/em\u003e is ideal for informal planting and naturalising in suitable well-drained areas. Groups can be planted beneath deciduous shrubs, around border edges or among other low-growing spring bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce flowering has finished, allow the narrow leaves to remain until they yellow and die back naturally. The foliage continues to feed the corm after flowering and helps prepare it for the following year's display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Crocus korolkowii?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich golden-yellow flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnusual brownish-bronze speckles and stripes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers very early in the year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact height of just 4-10cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for naturalising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for rockeries and gravel gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooks particularly effective planted in groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides valuable early-season garden colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, compact and beautifully marked, \u003cem\u003eCrocus korolkowii\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent choice for gardeners looking beyond the more familiar large-flowered crocuses. Its golden blooms arrive at one of the quietest times of the gardening year, while the bronze-brown markings give each flower a distinctive character that rewards closer inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Corms","offer_id":62373032755587,"sku":"JA-C7575x10","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Corms","offer_id":62373032788355,"sku":"JA-C7575x100","price":25.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/C7545_Crocus_korolkowii.webp?v=1788262357","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/crocus-korolkowii-corms","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}