Saffron - Crocus Bulbs (Sativus)
Saffron - Crocus Bulbs (Sativus)
About
Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Fall
Color
Purple
Growth Habit
Clumping, Upright
Bloom Season
Fall
Plant Characteristics
Attracts Bees, Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow & Maintain
Use
Container Garden
Growing Conditions
Cold Tolerant, Outdoor
Harvest Advantages
Dried
Plant Resistance
Deer
About Saffron - Crocus Bulbs (Sativus)
Crocus sativus
Seed Type
Corm
Plant Type
Saffron
Also known as
Autumn Crocus
Yes, it's true—you can get saffron without selling your jewelry to pay for it. Just grow it! And get a feast for your eyes AND your belly. Saffron crocuses are the gift that keeps on giving, with vibrant purples, yellows, and reds that come back year after year in the fall. If you plant them in a large group, you'll end up with a gorgeous, shimmering tapestry of color. Bonus: they're deer-resistant, and bees love them. Harvesting saffron is easy—just pick the red stamens once the flowers are fully open. You can use them right away or dry and store them for months.
Planting Information
Planting Saffron - Crocus Bulbs (Sativus)
Planting Season
Fall
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Planting Depth
2 to 3 inches, 3 to 4 inches
Plant Height
Up to 4 inches
Plant Spacing
2 to 3 inches
Water Needs
Low
Hardiness Zones
6, 7, 8
Bulb Size
8 to 9 cm circumference
View our Crocus Planting Guide to learn more.
Coverage
| Amount | Recommended Coverage |
|---|---|
| 10 Bulbs / Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall | Up to 1 Sq. Ft |
| 20 Bulbs / Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall | Up to 2 Sq. Ft |
| 40 Bulbs / Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall | Up to 4 Sq. Ft |
| 80 Bulbs / Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall | Up to 8 Sq. Ft |
Companions Plants
Companion Plants for Saffron - Crocus Bulbs (Sativus)
Aesthetic or Culinary
Natural
Pest Deterring
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