Snow crocus 'Goldilocks' (Crocus 'Goldilocks')

Snow crocus 'Goldilocks'

If the name "Goldilocks" wasn't a giveaway, the most defining characteristic of snow crocus 'Goldilocks' is the color of its blooms. They put on a show with incredibly rich golden/yellow petals and a purple/brown detailing on the blooms' outer tepals. Another reason gardeners like this crocus cultivar is its versatility; group them in traditional gardens or scatter them throughout a rock garden for added color.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

10 cm

Plant Height

8 cm to 15 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

Yellow, Brown

Flower Color

Care Guide for Snow crocus 'Goldilocks'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Water snow crocus 'Goldilocks' regularly in spring and fall, and during winter if dry. In summer, it requires minimal watering. Water weekly, providing about 12 mm (0.5 inches) during growth. Ensure the planting beds remain moist, especially in fall, to prevent rot and mold.

Fertilize: Snow crocus 'Goldilocks' benefits from fertilization for larger stigma and petal size, with recommended applications in fall and early spring. Utilize a slow-release, water-soluble NPK (5:10:5) granular fertilizer, mixing 1 pound per 45-50 m², but avoid direct contact with corms to prevent rot.

Pruning: Snow crocus 'Goldilocks' thrives with vibrant blooms and requires pruning from early to late spring. Remove spent flowers to retain bulb energy and trim yellowing leaves for good health. Optimal pruning enhances growth, prolongs blooming, and maintains air circulation, ensuring robust vitality.

Propagation: After collecting stigma threads from snow crocus 'Goldilocks', allow the leaves to wither while corms remain in the soil. These corms can multiply into baby corms. Store newly harvested corms for up to 4 years in a cool, dark, well-ventilated place, avoiding sunlight and high temperatures.

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