Saffron

Crocus sativus, Iridaceae

Zones

6a–9b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

RampsAllium tricoccum

Pest Deterrent

PumpkinCucurbita maxima

Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent

OliveOlea europaea

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Mission OliveOlea europaea

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Manzanilla OliveOlea europaea

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Arbequina OliveOlea europaea

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

PomegranatePunica granatum

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

GarlicAllium sativum

Both bulbous plants compete for similar soil conditions and nutrients during growing season

Uses

Functions

FoodDye

Edible Parts

Flowers

Common Questions

What zones does Saffron grow in?

Saffron grows in USDA hardiness zones 6a through 9b.

What are good companion plants for Saffron?

Good companions for Saffron include Ramps, Pumpkin, Olive, Mission Olive, Manzanilla Olive.

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