American Meadows Orange Monarch Snow Crocus
Best early spring bulb for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly color.
These striking, butterfly-hued blooms are the ultimate antidote to the tail end of winter, pushing through the soil weeks before standard varieties. They are tiny, low-maintenance, and perfect for containers, though you sacrifice height for the sake of their remarkably early, high-contrast arrival.
$14.99
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American Meadows, Inc
Who it's for
- Gardeners craving immediate color after a long winter
- Landscapers seeking unique, high-impact floral accents
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting self-spreading perennial displays
Who should skip it
- Gardeners desiring long-lasting floral displays
- Designers looking for tall, dramatic focal points
- Perfectionists maintaining pristine, manicured garden beds
Performance breakdown
Early Season Impact
Emerges ahead of traditional varieties to provide immediate late-winter color.
Pollinator Utility
Vital early-season nectar source for emerging bees and migrating butterflies.
Container Versatility
Compact stature makes these bulbs perfect for small-space patio displays.
Deer Resistance
Reliable choice for gardens frequently visited by hungry local wildlife.
Planting Flexibility
Thrives across a wide range of soil types and hardiness zones.
Visual Contrast
Striking bi-colored petals create a unique, high-contrast aesthetic in borders.
Key Specs
Mature Height
3-4 inches tall
Mature Spread
0.0 inches
Deer Resistant
true
Pollinator Attracting
true
Fragrant
false
Planting Depth
3.0 inches
Spacing
6.0 inches
Bulb Diameter
5.0 inches
Quantity Per Pack
25
Special Feature
Naturalizing
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