Simple Saffron:The pricey spice that's easy to grow, plus tips and tasks for summer

摘要

Considered the world's most expensive spice (by weight), saffron is surprisingly easy to grow in a home garden. Saffron is produced by the saffron crocus, an autumn-blooming plant with showy lavender-purple flowers. Each flower yields just three orange-red stigmas, the wispy threads that are saffron spice.You can grow saffron at home by following five easy steps. First, pick the right spot. Saffron thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, preferably sandy or loam based. Ifyour soil is clay based or generally less than ideal, consider planting the corms in raised beds, which offer improved drainage. Dig in compost before planting.