Purple Saffron Crocus Bulbs, Crocus sativus, Saffron Crocus
Cultivate your own valuable saffron spice with these Purple Saffron Crocus bulbs. These stunning flowers bloom reliably in the fall, yielding prized edible saffron directly from their stigmas. Exceptionally easy to grow, they naturalize well over time and thrive even in containers. Harvest the bright red stigmas when flowers appear, then use them fresh or dry for later. These bulbs reach about 4 inches tall and flourish in full sun to partial shade with average soil moisture, adding beautiful late-season color to your garden.
$9.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
3010
/ 3220
#3010 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-58%
Below average
Botanical Name
Crocus sativus
/ Crocus sativus
Who it's for
- High-Value Spice Production
- Unique Autumn Bloom
- Low Maintenance and Perennial
Who should skip it
- Labor-Intensive Harvesting
- Low Yield Per Bulb
- Specific Climate Requirements
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Crocus sativus
Mature Height
4 inches
Bulb Spacing
12 per sq ft
Hardiness Zones
6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Light Requirement
Full Sun to Half Sun/Half Shade
Soil Moisture Tolerance
Dry to Average
Flower Type
Crocus
Special Use
Container Friendly, Edible
Features
- Produces edible saffron spice from stigmas
- Blooms reliably in the fall
- Easy to grow and naturalizes
- Suitable for container planting
- Adds late-season garden color
- Flowers are purple crocus type
What customers say
Customers highly value the unique opportunity to grow saffron at home, praising the initial quality and robust size of the bulbs received. Successful growers report immense satisfaction, noting the rewarding appearance of the delicate purple flowers and prized stigmas, viewing the product as an excellent investment for a unique gardening endeavor. However, sentiment is tempered by the inherent challenges of cultivating specialized bulbs. A segment of reviews expresses frustration over nonsprouting or failure to thrive, often linked to climate incompatibility or novice gardening experience. The consensus is that while initial bulb quality is high, achieving the desired saffron harvest requires patience and careful adherence to specific cultivation instructions, making this product best suited for dedicated gardeners.
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