Sponsor a display of crocus "Whitewell Purple" (Crocus tommasinianus)
Sponsoring one of Wakehurst's stunning bulb displays is a special way to celebrate the life of a loved one, remember a special anniversary or family event.
Crocus "Whitewell Purple" (Crocus tommasinianus) blooms early in the year, from February to March.
Personal dedication
- All gifts are recorded on Kew's Commemorative Touchscreen Register.
- The register at Wakehurst is in the Millennium Seed Bank.
Introducing crocus "Whitewell Purple"
Crocus "Whitewell Purple" (Crocus tommasinianus) will grow in almost all soil types and in full sun or partial shade, producing lavender star shaped flowers and deep yellow stamens in February and March each year. A sure sign that spring is around the corner. The petals fade to white towards the centre, and each one has three darker stripes, running from top to bottom.
Crocus 'Whitewell Purple' is one of the first crocuses to bloom, leading them to be known as early or snow crocuses. They naturalise very easily and multiply quickly below ground. If warm enough, the flower will open right out, forming a flat star shape.
Sponsor a display of flowering bulbs - download our commemorative giving form (pdf) or phone us on 0208 332 3200 (Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm) to make a donation by card.
Crocus "Whitewell Purple" at Wakehurst
Planted in a huge drift along east of the stream of the Slips, Crocus "Whitewell Purple" produces beautiful flowers in delightful shades of blue, mauve and purple.
This area was set out as a collection of mixed specimen trees and shrubs, by Gerald Loder (later Lord Wakehurst of Ardingly), who bought Wakehurst Place in 1933.
In early summer the grass is filled with wild flowers, including the Jersey orchid (Anacamptis laxiflora).
Find out more about 'The Slips' at Wakehurst.
Sponsor a display of flowering bulbs
These bulb displays are available for sponsorship of £250 each and funds raised will be used for the planting and maintenance of the Gardens. Your dedication will be recorded on the Commemorative Touchscreen Register, located in Kew's Millennium Seed Bank and you will receive a personalised certificate detailing your chosen species.
Sponsor a display of flowering bulbs - download our commemorative giving form (pdf) or phone us on 0208 332 3200 (Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm) to make a donation by card.
Flowering bulbs available at Wakehurst
The five species available to sponsor at Wakehurst are:
1. Snakes’ head fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris)
2. Crocus "Whitewell Purple" (Crocus tommasinianus)
3. Cyclamen hederifolium and Cyclamen coum
4. Wild daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus)
5. Common snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis)
There are also six plant species available to sponsor at Kew Gardens.
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