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Saffron Crocus Bulbs - Crocus Sativus

Saffron Crocus Bulbs - Crocus Sativus

Plant in Fall Pre-Order: Ships Fall 2024
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Size Price Savings Quantity
10 Bulbs Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall $13.69
20 Bulbs Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall $24.19 12% Savings
40 Bulbs Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall $46.19 16% Savings
80 Bulbs Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall $80.89 ($1.01/each) 26% Savings
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  • 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
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About

Features

Life Cycle Perennial
Planting Season Fall
Color Purple
Growth Habit Clumping, Upright
Plant Height Up to 4 inches
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 - Crocus Sativus

Crocus sativus

Seed Type Corm
Plant Type Saffron
Also known as Autumn Crocus

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.

Planting Information

Planting Saffron Crocus Bulbs - Crocus Sativus

Planting Season Fall
Light Requirement Full Sun, Partial Shade
Planting Depth 2 to 3 inches, 3 to 4 inches
Plant Spacing 2 to 3 inches
Plant Height Up to 4 inches
Water Needs Low
Hardiness Zones 6, 7, 8
Bulb Size 8 to 9 cm circumference
View our Saffron 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

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