An emerging crocus is one of the first signs that a new season is right around the corner; this plant type has spring- and fall-blooming species, which means you can enjoy it for the majority of ...

Saffron crocus grows best in full sun conditions with rich, well-draining soil and temperatures around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. It is hardy in USDA zones 6 through 9, where its corms can be left in ...

Saffron is a pricy spice harvested from a fall-flowering crocus. Learn how to grow it to harvest your own saffron.

Varieties. Crocus divide basically between spring and fall flowering varieties. We’re dealing here with spring bloomers. Among those, ...

Another crocus that blooms in the fall is the fall-blooming crocus (Crocus kotschyanus) with white or pale purple flowers. ... They make great compact plants for small spaces or container gardens.

Some late-blooming crocus varieties planted around the yard can transform autumn into a second spring, providing a welcome burst of color as other flowers fade and the leaves begin to fall.

While spring-blooming bulbs get most of the attention, there are some bulbs that will bloom in the fall that also can provide a splash of color. Autumn Crocus (Colchicum spp.) Despite their common ...

Colchicum bulbs are one of my most cherished fall blooming plants. They also get me thinking about saffron crocus, another superb fall blooming bulb and since I have never written an article on either ...

Examples of plants that grow from corms are crocus, gladiolus, and taro. ... While several daffodil species bloom in the fall, the spring-blooming bulbs are much more popular, ...

If it weren’t for Santa Ana winds, fall would be my favorite season. I love the low sun in the sky and how pretty it makes the garden look. I love the cool mornings when I can garden on a Sat… ...

KUSA - Saffron is a spice derived from the flowers of the fall-blooming Crocus sativus. It is the most expensive spice by weight. The crimson stigmas of the flowers--called threads--are collected ...