Saffron Bulbs – Super Nagin | Pack of 5 Bulbs

Pack Size: 5 saffron corms (bulbs).

Grow saffron (Crocus sativus) at home with GREEN GARDENS Super Nagin (Irani) bulbs. This autumn-flowering perennial produces delicate purple blossoms with three red stigmas per flower that can be harvested and dried as a culinary spice. Flowering depends on corm maturity, weather and growing conditions.

Best Planting Season

September–October in suitable cool conditions. Flowering generally occurs in autumn; saffron performs best when temperatures are mild and soil drains freely.

Key Features

• Botanical name: Crocus sativus
• Product: Super Nagin (Irani) saffron corms
• Flowers: Lilac-purple with red stigmas
• Sunlight: Full sun, ideally 5–6 hours or more
• Planting depth: 8–10 cm, pointed tip facing up
• Spacing: Approximately 8–10 cm between corms
• Growth cycle: Autumn-flowering perennial; summer dormancy

Recommended Grow Bags

GREEN GARDENS G-11 Grow Bag (11 × 10 inches) – recommended for all 5 corms. G-12 (12 × 12 inches) is another suitable choice; G-8 (8 × 8 inches) can accommodate a smaller planting. Maintain appropriate spacing and free drainage.

Recommended Soil

Mix 50% well-draining garden soil, 30% GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost, and 20% coarse sand or perlite. Adjust the mix if necessary to avoid compacted or waterlogged soil.

Planting & Care

• Plant corms 8–10 cm deep with the pointed end upward.
• Water lightly after planting, then only when the soil needs moisture. Never keep corms continuously wet.
• Provide full sun and protect from prolonged rain and poor drainage.
• Let leaves naturally yellow after flowering; greatly reduce watering during summer dormancy.
• Larger mature corms generally flower more readily. First-season flowering cannot be guaranteed.

Harvesting Saffron

If flowers develop, pick them when freshly open, carefully remove the crimson-red stigmas and dry them hygienically before storing in an airtight container. Only the red stigmas are used as culinary saffron; do not eat the corms.

Growing Guide Video: Watch Gardening with Javed Iqbal.