Where does saffron grow? Where does it usually grow?

Where does saffron like to grow?

Saffron generally likes to grow in cool and moist soil and is relatively drought-resistant. At the same time, it also likes to grow in well-drained, humus-rich sandy loam. Saffron is commonly used as a spice, and it is also a very precious Chinese medicinal material.

Saffron belongs to the genus Crocus and is a native species of southwestern Asia. It was first artificially cultivated in Greece and is mainly distributed in Eurasia. It was introduced to China during the Ming Dynasty. It is widely planted in Henan, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Shanghai, and Anhui cities in my country.

Saffron growing environment

Saffron is a cold-resistant autumn-planted bulbous flower. It prefers a cool and dark environment. It also likes sandy loam with good drainage and rich humus. It should be noted that when it is artificially cultivated, it should be fertilized regularly.

Saffron Growing Conditions

Saffron does not require much light, and the most suitable temperature for growth is around 15-20℃; it requires loose, fertile and well-drained sandy loam, with a pH value of around 5.5-6.5; it also likes a humid environment, but do not water it for a long time and do not allow water to accumulate in the soil.