10 bulbs per order for pickup in outer NE Portland late August 2025.

Stronger bulbs, more saffron – maximize your first-year harvest! For those serious about saffron cultivation, our 10/+ size saffron bulbs offer a significant advantage. These larger saffron crocus bulbs are packed with energy, meaning they produce more saffron flowers in the very first year and continue to multiply for higher yields in the following seasons.

Saffron flowering yield over time
Year 1: ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ (a generous saffron bloom)
Year 2: ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ (a rapidly expanding saffron harvest)
Year 3: ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ ✿ (a fully established saffron-producing garden)

Growing tips for maximum saffron harvestFor optimal saffron production, plant these saffron crocus bulbs in a sunny location with well-drained soil. These bulbs are perfect for pots, raised beds, or traditional garden planting, making them versatile for any saffron grower.💡 Ideal for:
✔️ Those who want a higher saffron yield from year one
✔️ Gardeners looking for stronger plants and larger saffron flowers
✔️ Anyone serious about homegrown saffron production

With 10/+ saffron crocus bulbs, you’ll be on your way to harvesting more saffron sooner!

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