Whale Shark Dutch Crocus
Brighten your early spring landscape with the Whale Shark Dutch Crocus. These impressive bulbs produce supersized, cup-shaped flowers in rich shades of purple, featuring a captivating two-tone effect of deep violet and cool blue lavender. Perfect for naturalizing, they create stunning drifts in lawns, borders, or under trees. Beyond their beauty, they provide a vital early food source for emerging pollinators like bees and butterflies. Easy to grow, these crocus are ideal for mass plantings or containers, offering a delightful splash of color as winter recedes.
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4.4
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2326
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#2326 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Botanical Name
Crocus vernus 'Whale Shark'
/ Crocus vernus 'Whale Shark'
Who it's for
- Essential Early Spring Color
- Excellent for Naturalizing
- Crucial Pollinator Food Source
Who should skip it
- High Rodent Vulnerability
- Ephemeral Bloom Period
- Post-Bloom Foliage Management
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Crocus vernus 'Whale Shark'
Mature Height
4-6 inches tall
Bloom Time
Early spring
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Average
Bulb Spacing
2-4 inches apart
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3 through Zone 8
Features
- Supersized purple flowers for bold impact.
- Provides essential nectar for early pollinators.
- Naturalizes easily for spreading color.
- Striking two-tone purple blooms.
- Ideal for borders, turf, and under trees.
- Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Easy to grow in various settings.
What customers say
Customers express overwhelming satisfaction with the 'Whale Shark Dutch Crocus,' focusing primarily on its exceptional quality and striking aesthetic. The deep coloration, often described as rich navy or deep purple, provides a dramatic early spring display. Reviewers consistently note that bulbs arrive firm, healthy, and ready for planting, leading to high success rates. Reliability in blooming, even across varied climates, is a key positive theme. Buyers appreciate that the variety is true to its unique catalog description, confirming its status as a dependable, premium garden addition. Minor concerns about initial naturalizing speed are overshadowed by the overall excellent visual return.
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