{"product_id":"crocus-sativus-yellow-flower-seeds-for-planting-heirloom-non-gmo-garden-favorite-seeds","title":"Yellow Crocus Sativus Flower Seeds for Planting – Saffron Crocus Garden Seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical identity: Crocus sativus, commonly known as saffron crocus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrue Crocus sativus flowers are typically lilac to violet, not yellow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact autumn-flowering plant with slender, grass-like foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive choice for ornamental beds, borders, rock gardens, and cottage-style landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant propagation note: Crocus sativus is generally seed-sterile and is propagated by corms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdds delicate seasonal color and interest to autumn garden spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact growth makes it suitable for borders and smaller planting areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlender foliage provides an attractive, grass-like texture in the landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaffron crocus has a long history of cultural and culinary importance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks beautifully in naturalistic, cottage, and rock-garden settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saffron Crocus, Autumn Crocus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Crocus sativus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Perennial flowering corm plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lilac to violet flowers with prominent red stigmas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately ten to fifteen centimeters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun to partial sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-drained, moderately fertile soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate moisture during active growth; avoid waterlogged soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not applicable for true Crocus sativus, which is generally seed-sterile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not applicable to viable Crocus sativus seed; corm planting is used instead\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Allow approximately ten centimeters between corms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Zones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Commonly grown in suitable temperate regions, including USDA Zones six through nine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering\/Maturity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Usually flowers in autumn after planting and establishment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ornamental gardens, borders, rock gardens, naturalistic planting, and saffron production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a sunny location with excellent drainage to reduce the risk of corm rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid heavy, constantly wet soil and improve drainage before planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow foliage to remain after flowering so the plant can replenish its corm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMark the planting area clearly because the plant may become dormant after its growing period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrocus sativus is normally propagated using corms rather than viable seeds. If a supplier provides material labeled as seed, keep it cool, dry, dark, and protected from moisture until its botanical identity and viability are confirmed. Do not store planting material in sealed conditions where condensation can develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique Facts About Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrocus sativus is a triploid plant and generally does not produce viable seeds for normal propagation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plant is traditionally multiplied through daughter corms rather than by seed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaffron comes from the red stigmas of the Crocus sativus flower.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its common name, saffron crocus produces lilac or violet flowers rather than yellow blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"EdenValleySeeds","offers":[{"title":"100 pcs","offer_id":52775776616760,"sku":"ED-FLO-IS-35848","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Pcs","offer_id":52775776649528,"sku":"ED-FLO-IS-35849","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Pcs","offer_id":52775776682296,"sku":"ED-FLO-IS-35850","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/8394\/8088\/files\/crocus-sativus-lilac-flower.jpg?v=1788243151","url":"https:\/\/edenvalleyseeds.com\/products\/crocus-sativus-yellow-flower-seeds-for-planting-heirloom-non-gmo-garden-favorite-seeds","provider":"Edenvalleyseeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}