Saffron Flower Zone. In the United States they will grow best in garden zones 6-9 but if you. USDA Zones 5-10.
Saffron crocus require very well drained soil especially in winter preferably sandy loam. Each blossom yields only three stigmas which must be picked by hand. Growing safflower requires only minimal maintenance and care.
It has beautiful golden-red threads and a pound of dried saffron goes for about 5000 about 25 percent of the price of a pound of gold.
The rare spice is one of the most expensive in the world with one gramme going for at least 5 in bazaars. If youre in zone 6 or above theres no real need to do anything special to grow saffron. Harvest season in Karabuks Safranbolu town is in autumn when fields are covered with purple flowers. The rare spice is one of the most expensive in the world with one gramme going for at least 5 in bazaars.