DESCRIPTION: Crocus vernus 'Pickwick' is one of the most beloved spring flowers among gardeners and ornamental plant enthusiasts, cherished especially for its delicate beauty and its ability to announce the end of winter with an elegant splash of color. Belonging to the Iridaceae family, this crocus is a selected variety of Crocus vernus, a wild species native to Central and Southern Europe. What truly makes 'Pickwick' stand out is its flower: large, striking, cup-shaped, and adorned with a captivating light lavender hue accented by bold dark purple stripes. At the center, vivid orange stamens shine brilliantly, creating a magnificent contrast with the striped petals. It’s a bloom that immediately catches the eye but never feels overwhelming — it has a classic, understated elegance. The flowering period occurs quite early, often as soon as late February through March, depending on the climate. For this reason, 'Pickwick' is frequently planted in gardens to bring a first sign of life after the cold months. It’s a low-growing plant, rarely exceeding 15 centimeters in height, but its beauty also lies in its compactness: planting multiple bulbs together creates truly spectacular floral carpets. From a cultivation standpoint, Crocus 'Pickwick' is easy to grow and requires minimal care. Bulbs should be planted in the fall in well-drained soil, preferably slightly sandy, and placed in a sunny or partially shaded spot. Once planted, they tolerate cold well and tend to naturalize, meaning they multiply spontaneously over the years, making them ideal for flowering lawns or informal borders. It’s also ecologically valuable: blooming so early, it serves as one of the first food sources for bees and other pollinators emerging from hibernation. In short, Crocus vernus 'Pickwick' is a little spring garden gem — easy to grow, hardy, and capable of delivering a spectacular display during the first months of the year. Whether planted in pots, flower beds, or lawns, it will offer an unexpected moment of joy just when it’s needed most.

PACKAGE: The package contains 10 bulbs of Crocus vernus 'Pickwick'. The bulbs have a circumference of 8/9 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 8 cm deep in full sun or partial shade, either in pots or directly in the ground. Space the bulbs approximately 5 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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