When to plant Crocuses in Leeds

Crocus spp.

Crocus
Crocus · Crocus spp.

Hardy spring-flowering corms for free-draining soil. Plant in autumn, then leave the foliage in place after flowering so they can feed next year.

12 cm · Full Sun · Low Water

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Calibrated to Leeds · last frost ≈ 24 Apr

Plant out September to November. Frost risk November to April.
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Growing guide

What to do through the growing season

  1. 01

    Plant Corms

    18 Sept to 16 Nov

    Plant corms during 18th September - 16th November, pointy end up, about in free-draining soil. Space apart. Water in.

    • Put mesh on after planting. Take it off when shoots show.

  2. 02

    Enjoy the Flowers

    8 Feb to 4 Apr 2027

    From 8th February 2027 to 4th April 2027, enjoy the flowers. They take sun or a little shade. In pots, keep compost moist while they grow. Never waterlogged.

  3. 03

    Deadhead Spent Blooms

    13 Feb to 14 Apr 2027

    Remove faded flowers from 13th February - 14th April 2027.

  4. 03

    Let Foliage Die Back

    4 Apr to 16 May 2027

    Leave the foliage in place from 4th April 2027 until it yellows. Do not mow until then.

Companion plants

Tap a plant to see why it works (or doesn't) with Crocus.

Good companions

Plants to avoid

Why companion planting matters

Companion planting can deter pests, improve pollination, and make better use of space. Some plants confuse pests or attract beneficial insects; others improve soil or offer shade to neighbours that need it.

Suggested varieties

Popular varieties of Crocus to consider

Ruby Giant

Large violet-blue flowers with a strong show in late winter and early spring.

Blue Pearl

Pale blue flowers that work well in pots and the front of borders.

Flower Record

Reliable purple flowers that naturalise well in grass and open borders.

Golden Yellow

Clear yellow flowers for a bright early display in beds and containers.

Crocus guides by town

See how Crocus timing shifts in other towns with different frost dates.