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Crocus 'Imperial Purple'
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Crocus

'Imperial Purple'

Crocus 'Imperial Purple' is a wonderfully refined crocus, with flowers that offer rather more intrigue than first meets the eye. At a glance, the goblet-shaped blooms appear fresh and luminous, opening in soft white with delicate lilac-purple feathering and a bright orange centre. Look more closely, though, and the real charm of Crocus 'Imperial Purple' reveals itself on the outside of the flowers, where the base is richly stained in deep purple. That contrast gives each bloom a beautifully sculpted look, especially as the flowers catch the low spring light. Elegant yet full of character, Crocus 'Imperial Purple' brings an early flourish to the garden just when it is most welcome, threading colour and light through the last quiet weeks of winter.

Planted in drifts, Crocus 'Imperial Purple' creates a natural, painterly effect, with those purple-flushed bases adding depth and rhythm among the fresher white petals above. It is ideal for borders, lawns, pots and naturalistic plantings, where its low-growing habit allows it to nestle in comfortably and return each spring with dependable cheer. The flowers open wide in good light, showing off their glowing centres, then close neatly again as the day fades, which only adds to the performance. There is something especially polished about Crocus 'Imperial Purple', a small bulb with a quietly luxurious finish. For gardeners who appreciate subtle detail and early beauty, Crocus 'Imperial Purple' is certainly one to have on the list.

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Carefully hand-packed in paper bags
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Perfect for pots

Bring colour to patios, doorsteps and favourite corners.

Pollinator-friendly

Welcome bees, butterflies and other pollinators into your garden.

Great for shade

Bring those shady corners of your garden to life.

Thrives in full sun

Choose a sunny spot and watch it flourish.

Perennial

Plant once and enjoy its return, year after year.

Fully hardy

Faces the colder months with quiet resilience.

Packed in paper

We nurture a future that honours the earth.

Naturalising

Let them settle in and spread into beautiful drifts over time.

Low maintenance

Needs little care and rewards you generously.

Attracts wildlife

Create a garden where birds and other wildlife feel at home.

In good company

Varieties chosen to complement Crocus 'Imperial Purple'

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In good company

Varieties chosen to complement Crocus 'Imperial Purple'

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Expert care from
choice to delivery

Our horticulturalists prepare every bulb and plant with the utmost care. From selection to packing, each one receives expert attention before beginning its journey to your garden.

Better by nature

From cultivation to packaging and delivery, we are always looking for ways to lessen our environmental impact.

Growing together

Our care team of horticultural experts is on hand to support you choose and garden with confidence.

World of wonders

A collection of world-renowned flower bulbs and perennials of exceptional beauty and character.

Chosen to thrive

Every bulb and plant is sourced, selected and prepared with an expert eye for their quality and garden performance.