Product Description
Overview
Crocus Sativus, also known as the Saffron Crocus, is a delicate and attractive flowering plant that produces vibrant purple petals with a golden-red stigma. These easy-to-grow seeds bring early color to gardens and patios, thriving in sunny areas and well-drained soil. Their unique look and low-maintenance nature make them a favorite among gardeners.
Key Features
- Produces stunning purple blooms with vivid red centers.
- Easy to plant and maintain.
- Ideal for containers, flower beds, or rock gardens.
- Blooms in early autumn or late spring.
- Non-GMO and suitable for all garden types.
Specifications
- Common Name: Crocus Saffron / Saffron Flower
- Scientific Name: Crocus sativus
- Plant Type: Perennial Bulb
- Flower Color: Purple with red-orange stigmas
- Blooming Season: Autumn / Early Spring
- Height: 4–6 inches
- Spacing: 3–4 inches apart
- Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Requirement: Low to Moderate
- Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Soil pH: 6.0–7.0
- Hardiness Zones: 6–9 (USDA)
- Germination Time: 15–20 days
- Non-GMO / Organic: Non-GMO
- Maintenance Level: Low
- Special Feature: Adds color early in the season, suitable for pots and borders
Planting & Growing Guide
- Sow seeds or bulbs in well-drained soil during early autumn or spring.
- Plant 1–2 inches deep and space about 3–4 inches apart.
- Place in full sunlight for best growth.
- Water lightly after planting, then moderately once sprouts appear.
- Avoid overwatering to prevent bulb rot.
- After flowering, let foliage die back naturally to nourish the bulb for next season.
