{"product_id":"marde-ross-company-saffron-crocus-corms-10-large-purple-perennial-bulbs","title":"Marde Ross \u0026 Company Saffron Crocus Corms – 10 Large Purple Perennial Bulbs","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFall Blooms and a Garden with Purpose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover a dependable way to enjoy striking late fall color and the potential to harvest saffron from home. Marde Ross \u0026amp; Company saffron crocus corms offer 10 large, outdoor-ready bulbs designed for durable outdoor planting. Each lilac-purple bloom hides three vivid red stigmas, giving you the option to pursue saffron harvest if you choose. These perennials form tidy clumps over time and naturally naturalize, expanding your display as seasonal rains return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits at a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGerminate reliably thanks to refrigeration-stored corms that preserve freshness for starting growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlant in fall in full sun with well-drained soil to enjoy late autumn blooms and the possibility of saffron harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerennial bulbs that naturalize and increase garden coverage with each season\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides late-season nectar that supports bees and other pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrom a trusted California nursery established in 1985, offering untreated Crocus Sativus corms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting and Growing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlant 3 inches deep for best emergence and bloom potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlant in fall for fall blooms; in mild climates you can plant in other seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrow 4 to 6 inches tall; prefer full sun and well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater management is seasonal: withhold water in summer after bloom and as growth dies back\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHardiness zones 5 through 9 suitable for these corms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare, Harvest and Garden Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLet foliage die back naturally to support bulb health and future cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach flower contains three red stigmas, offering a path to saffron harvest if pursued\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe bulbs form clumps and should be left undisturbed to naturalize, expanding future harvests\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFall blooms add color and fragrance while supporting pollinators in late season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What makes Marde Ross saffron crocus corms a good choice for fall planting?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Plant in fall in full sun, 3-inch depth; these perennials bloom in late autumn and naturalize over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How should I care for saffron crocus after blooming?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Let foliage die back naturally, withhold water in summer, and leave clumps to expand for future harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Marde Ross \u0026 Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48201025421556,"sku":"B0B2JN118D","price":33.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/6652\/0820\/files\/marde-ross-saffron-crocus-corms-planting.jpg?v=1778412710","url":"https:\/\/www.cerapatiogarden.com\/products\/marde-ross-company-saffron-crocus-corms-10-large-purple-perennial-bulbs","provider":"Cera Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}