Saffron Crocus - Assorted pack sizes
Crocus sativusProducing just 1 kilogram of saffron requires hand-harvesting the stigmas from nearly 250,000 crocus flowers, followed by meticulous drying and bottling—an incredibly labour-intensive process. As one of the world's most valuable spices, saffron can now be grown right in your garden. This charming little bulb features fine, grass-like foliage and stunning crocus flowers, each yielding three prized saffron threads. Harvest the precious threads and enjoy the fragrant purple blooms, whether planted in pots or en masse. Perfect for temperate climates, saffron thrives in dry summers and cool winters. When you grow your own, you’ll enjoy not just this exquisite spice but also the beauty of its blooms.
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Saffron Crocus - Assorted pack sizes
Plant saffron bulbs while dormant (from Dec to April), at approx. 5cm deep, pointy end upward. Plant in full sun in a soil enriched with aged manure and decomposed compost. Soil should be free-draining, if not raise beds to improve drainage or plant in pots. Mediterranean bulbs, saffron are drought hardy, so water only when necessary. Flowers appear in autumn, and the threads are ready to harvest when fully open. Leaves will appear after flowering. If left in situ, bulbs will multiply, increasing your harvest each year.