Crocus Dorothy is a cheerful early flowering crocus producing rich golden-yellow blooms that brighten the garden from February to March. Reaching approximately 8cm in height, this compact variety is lightly fragrant and provides one of the earliest displays of colour after winter, while also offering an important source of nectar for bees and other early pollinating insects.

Ideal for naturalising, Crocus Dorothy is perfect for planting in lawns, borders, rockeries, woodland gardens and containers. Left undisturbed, the corms will gradually multiply to create vibrant drifts of golden flowers that return each spring, making this variety an excellent choice for natural-style planting and colourful early season displays.

Key Features
✓ Rich golden-yellow flowers
✓ Lightly fragrant blooms
✓ Early flowering from February to March
✓ Flowering height of approximately 8cm
✓ Excellent for naturalising
✓ Ideal for lawns, borders, rockeries and containers
✓ Attractive to bees and pollinators
✓ RHS Plants for Pollinators

Size
✓ Flowering height: approximately 8cm (3 inches)

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: September to November
✓ Flowers: February to March
✓ Position: full sun or partial shade
✓ Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
✓ Planting depth: approximately 8–10cm (3–4 inches)
✓ Spacing: approximately 8–10cm (3–4 inches) apart
✓ Suitable for lawns, borders, rockeries, woodland gardens and containers

Aftercare
Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering so the corms can replenish their energy for the following season. If planted in grass, wait until the leaves have completely yellowed before mowing. Leave the corms undisturbed to encourage naturalising and enjoy larger displays of vibrant yellow flowers each spring.