{"product_id":"saffron-bulbs-nagin-irani-pack-of-5","title":"Saffron Bulbs – Super Nagin | Pack of 5 Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 saffron corms (bulbs).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow saffron (\u003cem\u003eCrocus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e) 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest Planting Season\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeptember–October\u003c\/strong\u003e in suitable cool conditions. Flowering generally occurs in autumn; saffron performs best when temperatures are mild and soil drains freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCrocus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Super Nagin (Irani) saffron corms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lilac-purple with red stigmas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, ideally 5–6 hours or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 cm, pointed tip facing up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8–10 cm between corms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autumn-flowering perennial; summer dormancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Grow Bags\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/collections\/grow-bags-1\"\u003eGREEN GARDENS G-11 Grow Bag (11 × 10 inches)\u003c\/a\u003e – 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMix 50% well-draining garden soil, 30% \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/vermicompost\"\u003eGREEN GARDENS Vermicompost\u003c\/a\u003e, and 20% coarse sand or perlite. Adjust the mix if necessary to avoid compacted or waterlogged soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant corms 8–10 cm deep with the pointed end upward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater lightly after planting, then only when the soil needs moisture. Never keep corms continuously wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide full sun and protect from prolonged rain and poor drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet leaves naturally yellow after flowering; greatly reduce watering during summer dormancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger mature corms generally flower more readily. First-season flowering cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Saffron\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Guide Video:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/IiDRbCkcIk0?si=RyQFzLO_7_Ziuoti\"\u003eWatch Gardening with Javed Iqbal\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46814914478337,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/6266\/6497\/files\/SaffronBulbs_Nagin_Irani__GREENGARDENS_3.png?v=1792869605","url":"https:\/\/greengardens.pk\/products\/saffron-bulbs-nagin-irani-pack-of-5","provider":"Green Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}