Little purple flowers popping up everywhere

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Posted by mbertani Northern VA (My Page) on

Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 15:38

Hey guys,

I've had these little purple flowers pop up all over my front yard as temperatures started to warm up a bit - they're about an inch in diameter when they are open. Any idea what they are? How can I get rid of them / possibly plant them in a different spot?

Thanks,
MB

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Posted by knuttle z7bnc (My Page) on
Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 18:02

I am not an expert, but they look like crocuses to me.

Is it an older house, where the previous owner may have had flower bed in various places in the yard?

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Posted by tiemco 6ct (My Page) on
Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 18:37

I agree with knuttle. Crocuses grow from bulbs, so you will have to dig up the bulbs to get rid of the flowers.

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Posted by mbertani none (My Page) on
Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 20:45

Wow you guys are good, that's exactly it. Thanks!

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Posted by bgtimber75 (My Page) on
Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 22:43

I actually like them in the yard. They give you good shot of Spring and when it's time for your first mow they're ready to be cut down so they cause no extra work for you.

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Posted by gsweater 8a Tualatin, OR (My Page) on
Sun, Mar 10, 13 at 23:37

Most definitely Fall Crocus. They'll be gone quick. Dig up the bulbs and plant them under a shady tree. No care needed and they're a great reminder that spring is close this time of year as you just found. They're often used for plant timing in gardens. Don't get rid of them.

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