Saffron Crocus Bulbs - Crocus Sativus

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Planting Saffron Bulbs

• Produces the coveted and expensive spice in your own garden
• Thrives in full sun or partially shaded areas
• Fall bloomer with gorgeous blue flowers with orange and yellow pistils that's easy to grow
• An easy to harvest perennial with striking blue blooms

Not only is this crocus beautiful, its stamens are also edible! The gourmets all know that Saffron can cost hundreds of dollars just for an ounce! So why not grow it yourself in your own garden? Harvesting Saffron is easy, simply pick the red stamens on each flower once the flowers are fully open. You may use right away or dry and store for months.

How to Sow and Plant

Plant the corms 3-4 inches deep, spaced 4 inches apart, with the pointed end up. In beds, ensure good drainage and mix in organic matter. For container planting, use a pot at least 10 inches deep​. After planting, water thoroughly, then water sparingly through the rest of the growing season.

Growing Tips

Saffron crocus grows best in full sunlight and well-draining soil, ideally enriched with organic matter. It prefers dry summers and cooler autumns, similar to Mediterranean climates. The soil pH should be neutral to slightly alkaline (6.5-7.5). Avoid waterlogged soils as crocus corms are prone to rot​.

Caution: Only the red stigmas are edible. The leaves, flowers, and bulbs of this plant are poisonous if ingested. Do not take internally.