Where is the origin of saffron?

The origin of crocus sativus is in Iran, and it is also cultivated in France, Spain, Sicily and Italy. China's Shandong, Zhejiang, Sichuan, Henan, Beijing, Hubei and other places are also planted. However, the yield in China is not high, and crocus sativus is suitable for growing in places with fertile soil, loose soil and good soil drainage.

Where is the origin of saffron?

The origin of saffron is in Iran, and it is also cultivated in France, Spain, Sicily and Italy.

Crocus sativus is also cultivated in Shandong, Zhejiang, Sichuan, Henan, Beijing, Hubei and other places in China, but the output in China is not high. Crocus sativus is suitable for growing in fertile soil, loose soil and well-drained soil.

Growth habit of saffron

Saffron is abundant in Iran and Kashmir, and its quality is also the best among them. In addition, because it likes mild and cool weather and is afraid of high temperature and summer heat, it grows well in warm areas in winter, and can safely overwinter at-10℃ in winter.

Key points of saffron planting

1. Terrain selection

Crocus sativus should be planted in an environment with dry terrain, sufficient sunshine and good drainage. Crocus sativus can also be planted in humus, loam and acidic yellow soil.

2. Comfortable temperature

Crocus sativus likes to grow in a cool and humid environment, and the optimum temperature for its life is about l5-20 degrees. Moreover, saffron is cold-resistant, and can accept extremely low temperature weather of about-10 degrees.