Crocus Sativus or Saffron Crocus provide us with the strands of saffron we use in cooking. Saffron Crocus is not that difficult to grow. Saffron crocus prefer a warm climate and full sun. Ria Pynaker provides an outline on how to grow this bulb.
Includes brief notes on drying Saffron.
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How to Grow Saffron Crocus (crocus sativus)
 

CROCUS SATIVUS


Growing hints, Care and repotting

HOW TO OBTAIN THE MOST EXPENSIVE SPICE IN THE WORLD FOR A FRACTION OF THE COST!!

Ever been to a deli or health food shop trying to buy some strands of SAFFRON?

Usually you are shocked by the price. It is the most expensive spice in the world. $20 to $30.000 per kg!!!

Wish you had a couple of kilos.

SAFFRON can be obtained by buying the SAFFRON CROCUS, an Autumn flowering crocus, that prefers full sun and a warmer climate than its European cousins.

They are easy to grow, in good, friable soil and kept slightly moist during the flowering period. They can also be grown on a pot. Be careful not to over-water when grown like that.

Each flower produces 3 stamens which provide the SAFFRON. Stamens must be harvested straight after the flowers open. it's a time consuming process, but rewarding once you have your own small batch of SAFFRON.

After harvesting, dry the stamens in a dry, sheltered spot for 3-5days. Then store in an air tight container. That way, strands keep their beautiful fragrance for a very long time .

You only need a couple of strands to flavour a rice dish for 4 people, ( only one of many dishes where you can use SAFFRON)
You can obtain Crocus Sativus from

 


Saffron Crocus Bulb suppliers
AMERICAN MEADOWS
223 Avenue D, Ste. 30
Williston, VT 05495 USA
Phone: (802) 951-5890 Fax: (802) 951-9089


 





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