Pinetree Garden Seeds Pickwick Crocus
Best low-maintenance bulb for gardeners seeking early spring color.
These striped bulbs are the ultimate low-effort way to signal the end of winter. While they lack the height of showier spring perennials, their ability to naturalize and multiply on their own makes them an essential, worry-free investment for any garden bed or lawn.
$10.50
Who it's for
- Homeowners wanting immediate, mood-boosting color after winter
- Low-maintenance gardeners desiring reliable, self-multiplying perennial blooms
- Gardeners seeking high-contrast, sophisticated spring floral displays
Who should skip it
- Residents in warm climates lacking sufficient winter chill
- Gardeners in areas with high squirrel or rodent populations
- Planners looking for long-lasting, season-long floral interest
Performance breakdown
Naturalization Potential
Bulbs multiply reliably, creating denser, more vibrant displays every spring.
Deer Resistance
Robust defense against local wildlife keeps your garden beds intact.
Planting Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, lawns, or traditional garden borders.
Bloom Reliability
Consistent early spring performance ensures color as winter fades away.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort perennials that thrive with minimal intervention after planting.
Pollinator Appeal
Early nectar source provides essential support for emerging spring pollinators.
Key Specs
Scientific Name
Crocus vernus
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Bulb Planting Depth
3 inches (7.62 cm)
Mature Height
4-6 inches (10.16-15.24 cm)
Spacing
3-4 inches apart
Light Needs
Full sun to light shade
Soil Needs
Average to fertile, moist well-drained
Package Quantity
10 bulbs per order
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Flower Type
Crocus
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