{"product_id":"crocus-kosaninnii-april-view-corms","title":"Crocus kosaninnii 'April View' Corms","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrocus kosaninii\u003c\/em\u003e 'April View' is an outstanding early-flowering crocus with elegant soft blue to lilac-blue flowers, beautifully complemented by darker blue colouring on the outside of the petals. Compact and delicate in appearance, it makes a lovely addition to rockeries, border edges, containers and informal naturalised plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its name, 'April View' is an early performer, typically flowering between January and March depending on the weather. Growing to only 4-10cm tall, the flowers appear close to the ground amongst slender, grass-like foliage and look particularly effective when several corms are planted together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCrocus kosaninii\u003c\/em\u003e 'April View'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e soft blue to lilac-blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOuter petals:\u003c\/strong\u003e darker blue\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 to light shade\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, borders and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Crocus kosaninii 'April View'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'April View' is a selected form of \u003cem\u003eCrocus kosaninii\u003c\/em\u003e, a species crocus originating from the Balkans. It is particularly valued for its delicate colouring, which provides something a little different from the bold yellows and deep purples often associated with early crocuses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers are predominantly a gentle blue with subtle lilac tones. The outer surfaces are more strongly coloured, creating an attractive contrast when the flowers are closed or partially open. In sunshine, the blooms open more fully to reveal their paler interiors and bright orange-yellow reproductive parts at the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEarly Colour for the Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrocus kosaninii\u003c\/em\u003e 'April View' can begin flowering very early in the season. Depending on temperatures and local conditions, blooms may appear from January, with the main display continuing through February and into March.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts cool blue colouring works particularly well alongside yellow crocuses, winter aconites and other early spring bulbs. For a softer planting scheme, combine it with white and pale blue varieties to create drifts of subtle late-winter colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Crocus 'April View' in the UK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant the corms during autumn in a sunny or lightly shaded position with well-drained soil. They work well towards the front of borders, beneath deciduous shrubs or in other areas where their small flowers will not be hidden by taller plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting in groups gives the best display. Rather than spacing individual corms widely apart, arrange them in informal clusters so the flowers form a noticeable patch of colour when they emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for Naturalising\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the main attractions of 'April View' is its suitability for naturalising. Once established in favourable conditions, the plants can return each year and gradually develop into attractive colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter flowering, allow the foliage to remain in place until it has completely yellowed and died back. The leaves replenish the corms and help ensure a strong display the following year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Rockeries and Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a height of just 4-10cm, 'April View' is an excellent crocus for rockeries, alpine beds and gravel gardens. Its delicate blue flowers look particularly attractive emerging between stones and other low-growing spring plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is equally useful in containers. Plant several corms together in a pot of free-draining compost for a compact early-season display. They can also be combined with other small bulbs to provide a succession of flowers through late winter and spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Crocus kosaninii 'April View'?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful soft blue to lilac-blue flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDarker blue colouring on the outer petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers early between January and March\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact height of only 4-10cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for naturalising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for rockeries and alpine-style planting\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 colour during late winter and early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelicate in colour but capable of creating an impressive display when planted in numbers, \u003cem\u003eCrocus kosaninii\u003c\/em\u003e 'April View' is an excellent choice for adding something different to an early spring bulb collection. Its soft blue flowers, darker outer markings and compact habit make it particularly attractive in naturalised groups, rockeries and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Corms","offer_id":62373034361219,"sku":"JA-C7583x10","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Corms","offer_id":62373034393987,"sku":"JA-C7583x100","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Corms","offer_id":62373034426755,"sku":"JA-C7583x1000","price":439.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/C7583_Crocus_kosanini_April_View.webp?v=1788262868","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/crocus-kosaninnii-april-view-corms","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}