10 bulbs per order for pickup in outer NE Portland late August/early September 2024
 
Saffron Crocus produce plenty of blooms and harvestable saffron threads. The bulbs can be left in the ground for up to 6 consecutive years, with the best saffron harvest typically reached in the second year after planting. The saffron crocus bulbs require good soil and plenty of sunshine. Once planted, they bloom before Christmas, providing a delightful display of colors during the fall season. Crocus Sativus, the saffron crocus, was likely introduced to Northwestern Europe by the Romans. 

If you plan to harvest the saffron spice yourself, it’s best to do it in the morning when the flower is fresh and the bloom is fully open. Pick the stigmas with your fingers and take them indoors to dry in a warm location. Once dried, store them in a closed container to keep them fresh. For 1 tablespoon of saffron spice you’ll need about 50-60 flowers.

Plant 3” apart and 2-3” deep in full sun. 

Bloom time: October