I've got some crocuses that seem to be struggling. They sprout up nicely, but within just a couple of days, they fall over. They're planted in a spot that's pretty sheltered from the wind, so I don't think that's the issue. It's too early in the season for slugs, and there are no pesky squirrels around. Could my planting technique be the problem, like maybe I planted them too shallow?
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This year seems weird for a lot of plants. Mine aren’t popping up either, and my Japanese quince usually starts flowering by now but is pretty quiet. Maybe they’re just waiting for a proper cold snap to kick in?
It might be those pesky pigeons! They love to peck at crocuses. I’ve heard they do it just for fun, rather than for any real gain. To protect your plants, you might need to consider putting up some kind of fencing or try to scare them off. It's tricky!