Details
- Deer Resistant
- Yes
- Density
- 150 p/m2
- Family
- Crocus Vernus
- Flowering Height
- 10 cm
- Flowering Time
- Late Winter - Early Spring
- Fragrant
- Yes
- Naturalizing
- Yes
- Planting Depth
- 5 cm
- Sunlight
- Full Sun/Partial Shade
Crocus Whale Shark
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Description
Crocus ‘Whale Shark’ is a distinctive and eye-catching variety that brings life and colour to the garden at the very start of spring. The large flowers have deep purple petals brushed with silvery white, creating a marbled effect that looks almost hand-painted. Appearing when little else is in bloom, this hardy crocus adds brightness to borders, lawns, and containers, lifting the mood after winter.
Plant it in generous groups for the best effect – it looks especially beautiful naturalised in grass or beneath trees, where the blooms catch the spring sunlight. Compact, reliable, and easy to grow, ‘Whale Shark’ is a real treasure for gardeners who love early-season colour.
Planting & Care Information:
- Height: 10 cm
- Spread: 5–8 cm
- Planting Depth: 7–8 cm deep
- Plant Spacing: 5–8 cm apart
- Position: Full sun or light shade
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Flowering Period: February – March
- Hardiness: Fully hardy, returns each year
- Planting Tip: Plant in groups or drifts for a natural look; ideal for lawns, rock gardens, and pots
Planting information
· Plant your flower bulbs in autumn (October or November)
· Plant in borders or containers in sun or partial shade
· Plant the bulbs three times the size of the bulb deep
· Space the bulbs two times the size of the bulb apart
· Plant the bulbs with the pointed side facing upwards
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Shipping rates
UNITED KINGDOM
Orders of £50 or more - FREE SHIPPING
Orders under £50 - Standard shipping - £4.99
Shipping schedule
We start shipping our autumn planted bulbs by beginning of October. Once your order ships out you will receive an email with the tracking number.
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For over 4 generations, DutchGrown™ has built its reputation by offering the best flowers bulbs and bare root perennials available anywhere. We take pride in our exceptionally high level of quality control customer service, and our commitment to client satisfaction continues long after the bulbs leave our premises. When you order from DutchGrown™, we 100% guarantee that you will receive the hardiest flower bulbs available, packed with care and ready to thrive in your garden. Read more.
Details
- Deer Resistant
- Yes
- Density
- 150 p/m2
- Family
- Crocus Vernus
- Flowering Height
- 10 cm
- Flowering Time
- Late Winter - Early Spring
- Fragrant
- Yes
- Naturalizing
- Yes
- Planting Depth
- 5 cm
- Sunlight
- Full Sun/Partial Shade
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