Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world, however saffron bulbs can easily be grown at home. Saffron is produced from the dried stigma of the saffron bulb, 'crocus sativis' and is used extensively in cooking in many cultures. Saffron prefer a sunny position and saffron crocus are an autumn flowering bulb. Saffron is used in many recipes including saffron rice and paella. Saffron is grown extensively in India, Spain and Iran.

Grow your own Saffron
       



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Growing Saffron

Saffron 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.

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.
 

SAFFRON SUPPLIERS

HANCOCK'S DAFFODILS
WEB SITE www.daffodilbulbs.com.au

VOGELVRY BULBS and FLOWERS
WEB SITE www.vogelvry.com.au


Saffron Recipe.

 

 
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