Color: Bold golden-yellow blooms; grass-like green foliage.
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Fragrance: Very light, subtle fragrance.
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Wildlife & Pest Resistance: Attracts early pollinators like bees; generally resistant to deer and rabbits.
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Planting Zone: Hardy in USDA zones 3–8.
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Sun Preferences: Full sun to partial shade.
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Drought Tolerance: High once established; prefers dry conditions during summer dormancy.
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Height/Spread: Grows 4–6 inches tall; spreads easily over time.
Bulb Planting Instructions (Mammoth Yellow Crocus):
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Timing: Plant in fall, 6–8 weeks before the ground freezes.
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Location: Choose a well-drained site in full to partial sun; excellent for lawns, borders, and naturalizing.
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Depth & Spacing: Plant corms 3–4 inches deep and 2–3 inches apart, pointed end up.
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Planting: Cover with soil, firm gently, and water once after planting.
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Care: Apply a light mulch for winter protection if needed, removing it in early spring.
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After Blooming: Allow foliage to yellow and die back naturally to replenish energy for next year.
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Naturalizing: Plant in clusters or drifts for the best effect; crocuses will multiply and spread over time.
🌼 Mammoth Yellow Crocus is one of the brightest and earliest flowers of spring, adding a golden splash of joy to gardens, lawns, and naturalized areas with very little maintenance.
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