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Description
DESCRIPTION: Crocus chrysanthus 'Blue Marlin' is a modern and captivating variety of the golden crocus (Crocus chrysanthus), known and loved for its unique blue-lilac hues. This relatively new cultivar was developed to offer an elegant alternative to the classic yellow and white varieties, while maintaining the species' typical hardiness and early blooming habit. 🌸 Appearance & Features 'Blue Marlin' is a compact crocus with a strong visual impact, thanks to its striking and unusual color pattern. Its flowers display: Light lilac outer petals with bluish-gray undertones Silvery-white inner petals that brighten the entire bloom A soft violet-blue gradient that shifts with light and flower maturity Bright orange stamens at the center, offering a vibrant contrast This rare combination evokes the shimmering tones of the blue marlin fish—hence the name—and makes it one of the most sophisticated and original crocuses of the spring season. 📏 Size Height: approx. 8–10 cm (3–4 inches) Bloom shape: Small but defined, with narrow, pointed petals Flowering time: Late winter to early spring, often as early as February 🌿 Growing Tips Like other Crocus chrysanthus varieties, 'Blue Marlin' is easy to grow, making it ideal even for beginner gardeners: Planting time: Autumn (September to November) Bulb depth: 6–8 cm (2.5–3 in) Spacing: 5–10 cm (2–4 in) Light: Full sun or light partial shade Soil: Well-draining, light soil—sandy or humus-rich is best Maintenance: Minimal. Cold-hardy and naturalizes well over time 🌱 Garden Uses 'Blue Marlin' is perfect for: Mixed flower beds – pair with white, yellow, or purple crocuses for vivid effects Rock gardens Naturalized lawns Terrace pots or containers Pathway borders or under deciduous shrubs Plant in groups to create vibrant color patches that stand out against the bare winter landscape. 🐝 Ecological Benefits As one of the earliest flowers to bloom each year, Crocus 'Blue Marlin' is a valuable source of nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinators, supporting garden biodiversity at a crucial time. 📌 Summary Crocus chrysanthus 'Blue Marlin' is a stylish, early-flowering, and cold-hardy variety. With its soft silver-lilac tones and minimal care needs, it's ideal for adding a unique and elegant touch to the late winter garden. Beautiful when combined with white or yellow varieties to create bright, poetic color contrasts.
PACKAGE: The package contains 15 bulbs of Crocus chrysanthus ‘Blue Marlin’. The bulbs have a circumference of 5/+ cm (about 2 cm in diameter). The packaging features a beautiful illustrative photo and includes planting and flowering information, making it an excellent gift idea.
HOW TO GROW: Plant the bulbs about 6 cm deep in full sun or partial shade, either in pots or directly in the ground. Space the bulbs approximately 3 cm apart. Use rich, well-drained soil and water moderately. Plant the bulbs between September and December. Flowering will occur between February and April.
SELECTION AND QUALITY: The bulbs come with a phytosanitary passport and undergo a strict quality control process to ensure splendid blooms from the first year.
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