{"id":5283,"date":"2026-07-26T18:01:11","date_gmt":"2026-07-26T21:01:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/item\/saffron-autumn-crocus-crocus-sativus\/"},"modified":"2026-07-26T18:01:11","modified_gmt":"2026-07-26T21:01:11","slug":"saffron-autumn-crocus-crocus-sativus","status":"publish","type":"itempress_product","link":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/item\/saffron-autumn-crocus-crocus-sativus\/","title":{"rendered":"Saffron Autumn Crocus (Crocus sativus) &#8211; 50 Seeds | Fall-Blooming Purple Beauty"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Product Description: Enhance your garden with the exquisite beauty and valuable spice of Saffron Autumn Crocus (Crocus sativus). This stunning fall-blooming plant produces vibrant purple flowers with saffron threads that can be harvested for culinary use. These 50 high-quality seeds are perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of elegance to their garden while enjoying the unique experience of growing and harvesting their own saffron. Key Features:Species: Saffron Autumn Crocus (Crocus sativus)Quantity: 50 seedsType: Fall-blooming flowerAppearance: Beautiful purple blooms with bright red saffron threadsGrowth: Perennial plant with a moderate growth rateUses: Ideal for ornamental gardens and harvesting saffron spiceClimate: Thrives in Mediterranean climates but can be grown in various regions with proper care Planting and Care Instructions:Soil Preparation: Use well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. Crocus sativus prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil.Planting: Sow seeds in late summer to early autumn. Plant seeds about 1-2 inches deep and space them 3-4 inches apart.Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering after the blooming period.Sunlight: Provide full to partial sunlight. Saffron crocus thrives in bright, indirect light.Temperature: Ideal temperature for germination is between 60-70\u00b0F (15-21\u00b0C).Harvesting: Harvest saffron threads from the flowers once they bloom. Carefully pluck the red stigmas and dry them for culinary use.Maintenance: Minimal maintenance required. Mulch to protect bulbs in colder climates and divide bulbs every few years to promote healthy growth. Why Choose Our Seeds?Quality Assurance: Our seeds are carefully selected and tested to ensure high germination rates.Unique Experience: Grow your own saffron spice while enjoying the beauty of vibrant purple blooms.Versatile Use: Perfect for both ornamental gardens and culinary purposes.Customer Satisfaction: We prioritize your satisfaction with a commitment to excellent service and support.Reliable Shipping: Enjoy fast and reliable shipping with free delivery from our USA-based facility. Add a touch of elegance and culinary delight to your garden with Saffron Autumn Crocus. Order your 50 seeds now and start growing this beautiful and harvestable plant! Note: Store seeds in a cool, dry place until ready to plant. Follow the planting instructions for best results.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"itempress_category":[11],"itempress_tag":[239,32,301,62,71,27,33,294,75],"class_list":["post-5283","itempress_product","type-itempress_product","status-publish","hentry","itempress_category-cat-40605","itempress_tag-14-days","itempress_tag-buyer","itempress_tag-crocus","itempress_tag-fall","itempress_tag-houseplant-seeds","itempress_tag-indoor-outdoor","itempress_tag-returns-accepted","itempress_tag-saffron-crocus","itempress_tag-unbranded"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/itempress_product\/5283","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/itempress_product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/itempress_product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5283"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5283"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"itempress_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/itempress_category?post=5283"},{"taxonomy":"itempress_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pappagallocucina.com.br\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/itempress_tag?post=5283"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}