Crocus Chrysanthus Romance Flower Seeds For Planting, Gorgeous Golden Yellow Crocus for a Beautiful Early Spring Garden Display

Crocus Chrysanthus 'Romance' Flower Seeds – Golden Yellow Blooms for Early Spring Gardens

Key Features

• Scientific Name: Crocus chrysanthus 'Romance'
• Common Name: Snow Crocus, Golden Crocus
• Flower Color: Warm golden yellow with soft, creamy outer petals
• Growth Habit: Low-growing, clump-forming perennial
• Height & Spread: Grows 4-6 inches tall with a spread of 3-4 inches
• Blooming Season: Late winter to early spring
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers moist soil in fall and winter, drier in summer
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3-8

Why Grow Crocus 'Romance'?

• Early Spring Blooms: One of the first flowers to bloom after winter, adding a burst of color
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and early-season pollinators
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow with minimal care
• Cold Hardy: Thrives in colder climates and naturalizes well over time
• Ideal for Containers & Borders: Perfect for rock gardens, flower beds, and patio pots

Planting and Care Instructions

Seed Preparation & Sowing

• Best Time to Sow: Fall (for spring blooms)
• Cold Stratification (Recommended for Better Germination):
  • Store seeds in a damp paper towel in the refrigerator for 6-8 weeks before planting
• Sowing Method:
  • Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in well-draining soil
  • Space 2-3 inches apart
  • Keep soil slightly moist until germination (which can take several months)

Maintenance

• Watering: Keep soil moist during the growing season, reduce watering after flowering
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring for strong blooms
• Naturalizing: Allow foliage to die back naturally to store energy for next season
• Winter Care: Hardy in cold climates; mulch lightly in extreme winter conditions

Ideal For

• Early spring garden displays
• Rock gardens and naturalized landscapes
• Pollinator-friendly gardens
• Container and patio planting

Bring the warmth of Crocus 'Romance' to your garden with its stunning golden blooms, a perfect way to welcome spring.