Crocus oreocreticus

From the mountains of Crete, from which its gets its name.

The intricate beauty of these flowers has fascinated me since I was young. Complex details, beautifully composed.

I have heard it said that the urge to collect things is a male attribute (think stamps). Maybe its is true ... I certainly have a lot of crocuses ... but my pets in pots are much more than just a collection of plants. They are an escape route at the end of the garden, somewhere I go to unwind.

The iris I promised will have its own Blip one day ... but while there are crocus aplenty, I cannot resist them!