Saffron Crocus Bulbs

Saffron Crocus is a Fall blooming bulb, unlike most Crocus bulbs which bloom in the Spring. But, behold, this little friend has bright orange stamen of saffron. Harvest in the morning and dry the treasured saffron to use in your soon-to-be-famous paella.

Includes 10 bulbs with planting instructions and a wooden label stake.

Plant Info
Botanical Name
Crocus sativus
Height
4-6"
Spacing
3-5" between bulbs
Light
Full sun
Zone
Perennial in zones 6-10, Annual in zones 3-5
Deer
Deer Resistant
Kids & Pets
Non-toxic
Difficulty
Super easy to grow
Climate
Mild-to-moderate winters
Water
Only needs supplemental water in the fall when growing
Indoor & Pots
Grows well in containers outside
Growing Info
How to Plant Dig a hole and tuck your bulb in, pointy side up, about 3" deep. Now give your bulb a good wish, a few solid pats to compress the soil around it, and a long drink of water
Where to Plant Find a place that gets at least partial sun, and space bulbs about 4" apart
When to Plant Plant in the fall, within 3 days of receiving them
When to Expect Blooms Fall. It may take a full year to blooms. You may only grow foliage the first year
Care Instructions There's really no care involved. Enjoy the blooms?
Extra Credit Wait for the foliage to wilt and turn yellow before clipping it back, so that the bulb can preserve energy for the next year's blooms
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  • Are saffron crocus subject to damage by deer?

    Hi there! Deer are known to eat crocus, but rarely. They generally stay away from anything with strong scents and smells, but nothing is 100% safe!

  • Can saffron be grown indoors? I love in Colorado. The growing season is very limited here

    Hi there! You certainly can grow saffron indoors! They smell wonderful, so they would be lovely to enjoy spring scents in the winter months! 

    Here is a helpful article: https://www.geturbanleaf.com/blogs/edible-flowers/growing-saffron-indoors

  • How many bulbs do you get

    Hi! 10 bulbs!