Crocus ‘Striped Bird’ is a distinctive early-spring crocus, admired for its striking petals striped with purple and white, highlighted by a vivid golden-orange centre. Its elegant, goblet-shaped blooms bring a lively contrast to the garden, naturalising well over time to create cheerful carpets of colour. Perfect for borders, rock gardens, lawns, and containers, Crocus ‘Striped Bird’ is a hardy, low-maintenance variety that reliably returns each year to announce the arrival of spring.

Why We Like It:

• Unique Striped Petals: Beautiful purple-and-white blooms with vivid orange centres.

• Cheerful Early Display: One of the first flowers to brighten the garden after winter.

• Reliable Naturaliser: Multiplies and spreads for long-lasting spring colour.

What to Know:

• Sun and Soil: Plant in full sun or partial shade with well-drained soil.

• Planting Depth: Set bulbs 8–10 cm deep in autumn to protect and establish them well.

• Spacing: Allow 5–8 cm between bulbs for a natural, clumping effect.

• Watering: Water after planting and ensure moderate moisture in growth, avoiding soggy soil.

• Low Maintenance: Let foliage die back naturally to replenish bulbs for next spring.

Flower Color:
Purple-and-white striped petals with golden-orange centres

Planting Months:
September
October
November
December

Flowering Months:
February
March

Height and Spread:
At full growth, Crocus ‘Striped Bird’ reaches about 8–10 cm in height × 5–8 cm spread, creating a charming carpet of striped spring blooms.