Name: Crocus Bulbs: Saffron Crocus Botanical Name: Crocus Sativus Description: Grow your own saffron at home with Crocus sativus, the autumn-flowering crocus prized for its vivid purple blooms and valuable red stigmas. Each flower produces three saffron threads, ready to harvest and dry. Ideal for pots, raised beds, or sunny borders, saffron crocus brings unique colour and flavour to your garden. 🟣 Note: While Crocus sativus normally flowers in October–November, bulbs planted this autumn may not flower until the following autumn, as they often need a full season to establish. Bulbs Per Pack: 20 Planting: September to December Flowering: November Approx Height When Fully Grown: 15cm Origin: Netherlands Certified Organic: No How to Grow Saffron Crocus Bulbs in Ireland Plant Crocus sativus bulbs in September to December for saffron blooms in October or November. In Ireland, if planted later in autumn, they may skip their first flowering and begin blooming the following autumn, once established. Planting Depth: 10–12 cm deep Spacing: 10 cm apart Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil – avoid heavy clay Sunlight: Full sun Blooming Time: October to November (from year two if first planted after September) Height: 15 cm Harvesting Tip: Pick saffron threads (the red stigmas) the day the flowers open and dry them indoors for culinary use. Crocus sativus thrives in the Irish climate if planted in a warm, well-drained, sunny spot. Ideal for growing in pots or raised beds where drainage can be controlled.
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