Crocus

Buy crocus bulbs for the UK

Here at BULBi.co.uk we offer a wide variety of crocus bulbs that are specifically selected for the UK climate. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, we have the perfect crocus bulbs for you. With our high-quality bulbs, you can be sure that your garden will be bursting with colour in spring.

Our selection of  crocus bulbs is carefully chosen from selected growers in Holland we have been working with for years. We offer a range of classic flower bulb varieties, as well as exclusive and new varieties, packaged in various package sizes suitable for gardens, borders, flower boxes, containers or pots.

Order easily from your home in the UK and enjoy our 100% guarantee on flowering. Interested in bulk quantities? Please take a look at our wholesale company Green Garden Flowerbulbs.

Order crocus bulbs for delivery in the UK

Our easy online ordering system and fast delivery service make it easy to receive your flower bulbs throughout the UK and enjoy the beautiful flowers from early spring onwards. When ordering online, select the delivery week of your choice at the right planting time. Filter by category, colour, group, and flowering time for an organized overview. You will automatically receive an order confirmation via email. Before shipping, the bulbs are taken out of the conditioned rooms and professionally checked to ensure that they are fresh and of high quality.

Different types of crocus

Crocus bulbs come in two vareties: the small-flowered/botanical crocus and the large-flowered crocus. The small-flowered varieties are known for their early and lavish flowering, boasting a wide range of beautiful colours. They look stunning when planted in small groups per species or in mixtures, and pair exceptionally well with snowdrops, winter aconite, and chionodoxa. The most commonly planted small-flowered crocuses are the backyard crocuses (tommasinianus) and snow crocuses (chrysanthus).

Large-flowered crocuses bloom intensely in March and April, often at the same time as the first early tulips and muscari. For the best effect, plant them in large groups en masse by species or in mixtures. These crocuses are great for naturalizing and will return year after year. Some of the most popular varieties include Jeanne d'Arc (white), Golden Yellow, and Flower Record (purple).

While there are several autumn-blooming crocus varieties, the one that has captured the imagination of many for centuries is the crocus sativus, also known as the true saffron crocus. The red stems of this particular crocus is harvested and dried to produce the precious saffron spice.

To choose the right crocus variety for your garden, you can use the filter feature to narrow down options by factors such as flowering period, colour, group, or height. Whether you prefer small or large-flowered crocuses, or even the coveted saffron crocus, there is a perfect variety out there to add beauty and value to your garden.

Planting crocus bulbs

Crocus bloom in spring and the bulbs can be planted in the fall, before the first frost kicks in. The crocus bulbs need a cold period in the soil to bloom. Planting crocus bulbs is easy and straightforward. Simply choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil, dig a hole that's about 3 times the height of the bulb, and place the bulb in the hole with the pointed end facing upwards. Cover the bulb with soil, water it well, and wait for it to bloom in the spring.

History of the crocus

There are at least 120 different varieties of crocuses, of which about 30 are cultivated. In 1597, 11 species were described in the book 'General History of Plants gathered by John Gerard'. It is mainly native to the Balkans and Asia Minor; a few species occur in Central Europe and Central Asia. Crocus is Greek and Arabic for saffron, a reference to the Crocus sativus from which the herb saffron is obtained. The crocus has been cultivated as an ornamental plant in the Netherlands since 1550. The legend goes that Krokus, a beautiful young man from Arcadia, while throwing a discus with his Olympic friend, the god Hermes, was fatally hit by such a stone disc and that on the places where his blood fell down, purple flowers appeared: crocuses.

Partner of Keukenhof

BULBi.co.uk is a proud partner of Keukenhof. Every year, we supply thousands of flower bulbs to the flower park in Lisse. Keukenhof, just like BULBi, is located in the Bulb Region and attracts more than a million visitors from all over the world every year.