Crocus Fall-Flowering Sativus 12 bulbs/pkg

Produces valuable saffron threads (stigmas) used in gourmet cooking
Creates stunning purple blooms when most gardens lack color
Crocus Fall Flowering Sativus (Corsinii) - Safran is a remarkable fall-blooming perennial that produces the world's most coveted spice - saffron. These exquisite purple flowers with their distinctive red stigmas bring unexpected autumn color to gardens while offering the unique opportunity to harvest your own saffron threads.

Requires minimal space, making it ideal for containers or small gardens Naturalizes easily, multiplying over time for increased yields Drought-tolerant once established, requiring little maintenance
Deer and rodent resistant due to its natural compounds
Long-lived perennial that returns reliably for years

Plant Saffron Crocus corms in late summer, positioning them 3-4 inches deep and 3-4 inches apart in well-drained soil. They thrive in full sun to partial shade in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. Expect gorgeous purple blooms to emerge in early to mid-fall (September-October), standing 8-10 cm tall. After flowering, the grassy foliage persists through winter before dying back in spring. Harvest the red stigmas carefully when flowers are fully open for culinary use.