{"product_id":"crocus-flower-record-bulbs","title":"Crocus ‘Flower Record’ – Bulbs (Crocus sativus)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"516\" data-start=\"169\"\u003eKick off the season with rich colour and early cheer. \u003cstrong data-end=\"249\" data-start=\"223\"\u003eCrocus ‘Flower Record’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic \u003cstrong data-end=\"296\" data-start=\"263\"\u003elarge-flowered (Dutch) crocus\u003c\/strong\u003e loved for its \u003cstrong data-end=\"341\" data-start=\"311\"\u003evelvety deep purple blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e and bright orange centres. Plant in clusters for maximum impact, or naturalise through lawns and garden edges for a carpet of colour that returns beautifully year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-end=\"607\" data-start=\"518\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"607\" data-start=\"520\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"529\" data-start=\"520\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crocus “bulbs” are technically \u003cstrong data-end=\"570\" data-start=\"561\"\u003ecorms\u003c\/strong\u003e, but they’re commonly sold as bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"675\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eReady Now\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"624\" data-start=\"609\" data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"973\" data-start=\"625\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"698\" data-start=\"625\" data-section-id=\"1726wnl\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"698\" data-start=\"627\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"638\" data-start=\"627\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep purple\/violet blooms with contrasting orange stamens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"768\" data-start=\"699\" data-section-id=\"6hymqw\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"768\" data-start=\"701\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"710\" data-start=\"701\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large-flowered \/ Dutch crocus (\u003cstrong data-end=\"759\" data-start=\"742\"\u003eCrocus vernus\u003c\/strong\u003e group)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"842\" data-start=\"769\" data-section-id=\"nsozkq\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"842\" data-start=\"771\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"785\" data-start=\"771\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late winter to early spring (timing varies by climate)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"920\" data-start=\"843\" data-section-id=\"1x28447\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"920\" data-start=\"845\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"866\" data-start=\"845\"\u003eGreat multiplier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-suited to naturalising in the right conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"973\" data-start=\"921\" data-section-id=\"znnc59\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"973\" data-start=\"923\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"939\" data-start=\"923\"\u003eSupplied as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry corms (commonly called bulbs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"987\" data-start=\"975\" data-section-id=\"1vdrhtn\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"988\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1050\" data-start=\"988\" data-section-id=\"n8rdz5\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1050\" data-start=\"990\"\u003ePots and planters (looks stunning planted in tight clusters)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1074\" data-start=\"1051\" data-section-id=\"1yjm36p\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1074\" data-start=\"1053\"\u003eRockeries and borders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1075\" data-section-id=\"lzlzuk\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1077\"\u003eNaturalising in lawns, under deciduous trees, and along pathways\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1161\" data-start=\"1143\" data-section-id=\"wrsej5\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1458\" data-start=\"1162\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1202\" data-start=\"1162\" data-section-id=\"1l48anb\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1202\" data-start=\"1164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1177\" data-start=\"1164\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1263\" data-start=\"1203\" data-section-id=\"bsbb4k\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1263\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1214\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining soil is best (avoid soggy areas)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1311\" data-start=\"1264\" data-section-id=\"1oyovdc\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1311\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1285\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around \u003cstrong data-end=\"1304\" data-start=\"1293\"\u003e10–12cm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1379\" data-start=\"1312\" data-section-id=\"ynqo72\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1379\" data-start=\"1314\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1326\" data-start=\"1314\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around \u003cstrong data-end=\"1344\" data-start=\"1334\"\u003e8–10cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart (closer for a fuller look)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1458\" data-start=\"1380\" data-section-id=\"ok1qcd\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1458\" data-start=\"1382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1394\" data-start=\"1382\"\u003ePro tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in groups of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1424\" data-start=\"1414\"\u003e10–25+\u003c\/strong\u003e for a high-impact patch of colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1481\" data-start=\"1460\" data-section-id=\"1pg9v04\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1482\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1538\" data-start=\"1482\" data-section-id=\"1b8yjxu\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1538\" data-start=\"1484\"\u003eOne of the easiest ways to get \u003cstrong data-end=\"1538\" data-start=\"1515\"\u003eearly-season colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1620\" data-start=\"1539\" data-section-id=\"ei58il\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1620\" data-start=\"1541\"\u003eLooks premium in pots and photographs beautifully (deep purple + bright centre)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1621\" data-section-id=\"1s9prbs\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1623\"\u003eA reliable “set and forget” option for naturalised drifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1682\" data-section-id=\"1xvwnkw\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1886\" data-start=\"1690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1721\" data-start=\"1690\"\u003eIs this the saffron crocus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1724\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003eNo—\u003cstrong data-end=\"1797\" data-start=\"1727\"\u003e‘Flower Record’ is a spring-flowering Dutch crocus (Crocus vernus)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong data-end=\"1834\" data-start=\"1799\"\u003eSaffron crocus (Crocus sativus)\u003c\/strong\u003e flowers in autumn and is grown for saffron threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1985\" data-start=\"1888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1914\" data-start=\"1888\"\u003eCan I grow it in pots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1917\" data-start=\"1914\"\u003eYes—plant closely for a dense display and ensure excellent drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2111\" data-start=\"1987\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2019\" data-start=\"1987\"\u003eWill it come back each year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2022\" data-start=\"2019\"\u003eIn suitable climates and well-drained soil, it can return and often multiplies over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oldboy's Flowers","offers":[{"title":"1 x Bulb","offer_id":45033225355317,"sku":null,"price":7.92,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 x Bulbs","offer_id":45033225388085,"sku":null,"price":19.92,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 x Bulbs","offer_id":45033225420853,"sku":null,"price":31.92,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0297\/4629\/8933\/files\/crocus-flower-record-bulbs-crocus-sativus-4699167.jpg?v=1772753526","url":"https:\/\/www.oldboysflowers.com.au\/products\/crocus-flower-record-bulbs","provider":"Oldboy's Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}