| Genus: | Crocus |
|---|---|
| Variety: | Saffron |
| Common Name: | Crocus |
| Plant Category: | CROCUS | Species: | C. sativus | Exposure: | Sun | Height: | 4-6" | Color: | Violet-Purple w/ Red Stigmas | Zone: | 5-9 | Sizes Available: | 5.5" |
Beautiful Violet-Purple flowers with Bright Red-orange stigmas. The Stigmas are the source of the aromatic culinary spice called “Saffron”. When the flowers open, it’s time to collect & air dry the stigmas for the intensely flavored spice for cooking. Saffron is easily grown in the garden or containers. Blooms in Autumn.