Saffron crocus

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Growing saffron is surprisingly easy, and saffron readily grows in zones 6 and above without issue. With a bit of care and attention, you can also learn how to grow saffron in zones 3-5 as

You can grown the worlds most valuable spice, saffron, in your own garden. I talk about my own experience and

Újra eljött a tavasz, elindult az ültetgetések ideje, most megmutatjuk neked, hogy melyek a legszebb tavaszi virágok, melyek a te kertedből sem hiányozhatnak! Íme az 5 legszebb tavaszi virág:

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But since saffron actually comes from the inside of crocus flowers, it's possible to grow your own saffron for a much cheaper price than you could ever buy saffron at the store.

There's more to saffron than just growing it. You need to know how and when to harvest the herb. Learn about saffron crocus harvesting and its uses today by reading this article.

Interested in growing your own saffron at home? Here is some information to get you started! Plant your saffron corms (crocus sativus) late summer through early September, and they will bloom mid-October through mid-November. Expect 1 or 2 flowers per corm (you may get more!). Saffron corms prefer humus-rich, well-draining soil, with a pH of 6-8. Do not water at all during their dormant period (mid-May to September), when the leaves die back and the corms rest. From September through mid-May…

This plant type boasts species that bloom in the spring and autumn.

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