Crocus 'Blue Pearl'

Autumn - early · Outdoors

Feed with slow release fertiliser

Apply a general purpose slow release fertliser in early autumn if the planting location is not rich in organic matter. If the soil is rich, no additional feeding is required.

Autumn - mid · Planting

Divide while dormant

Clumps of bulbs, corms or rhizomes can be divided when the plant is dormant. The divided bulbs or corms can immediately be replanted at a little distance from each other, or moved to other locations.

Spring-Autumn · Outdoors

Water in dry periods

Established plants in the ground can cope with 7-10 days of dryness, and shrubs often manage 2 to 3 weeks. Water one section of the garden thoroughly each day rather than a little everywhere. Check plants in pots more often, especially in hot weather.

Compost · Planting

Houseplant compost for repotting

Repot using any good quality house plant compost.