I subscribe to many newsletters, especially seed producers, they are a great source of information as well as seed and seed stock. It’s a pleasurable diversion to dream of new beginnings and plants to try next season.
While dreaming about new beginnings recently, I came across the Canadian Saffron Crocus. This one caught my eye, first because I didn’t know Saffron was produced by crocus and next because it is (and can be) grown in Canada. Here is a description of Crocus sativus offering from Vesey’s Seed of PEI.
Crocus sativus is the most expensive spice in the world, Saffron, grown in your yard! Exclusively Canadian, these bulbs are produced in Quebec. The indescribable taste is one that is not forgotten once tried. Once the herb is dried, you can enjoy such dishes as Risotto alla Milanese or Paella at home!
One thousand bulbs average 6g of saffron a year. Bulbs typically triple their flower output year over year. A package of 20 bulbs should produce enough saffron in the first season for the average family to enjoy sparingly.
Saffron is also pollinator friendly and a great source of pollen for honeybees. Height 4-6".
Bulb planting time is almost here, this year consider trying something new like Crocus sativus.
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