Is saffron potted plant easy to grow? How to grow saffron potted plant at home

Saffron, also known as saffron, crocus, and tear orchid, is native to southern Europe and Asia Minor. It blooms from October to November. Saffron prefers semi-shaded and cool environment. It is relatively cold-resistant and suitable for cultivation in well-drained and fertile sandy loam. In addition, saffron likes a humid environment.

Growing saffron potted plants at home

Saffron potted plants are easy to grow and maintain . They have strong adaptability to the environment and prefer a cool and humid growing environment. Providing some scattered light can promote the growth of saffron. Remember not to place it under strong light to avoid burning the plant.

It is good to grow saffron in potted plants at home. It is a favorite among all flowers and can be used as a famous flower for desk decoration. Its flowers are red, yellow, lavender, white, and blue. The flowering period is in spring or autumn. It has a high ornamental value. Growing it indoors can beautify the environment.

Saffron potted plants can be grown indoors . Poor indoor lighting conditions will inhibit the photosynthesis of the plant. However, saffron itself prefers a semi-shaded environment and cannot tolerate strong light exposure. Therefore, indoor cultivation is the best, and it is non-toxic and will not affect human health.

Saffron potted cultivation method

1. Matrix selection

Saffron has certain requirements for the soil. You can choose fertile, loose, humus-rich, well-drained sandy soil with a pH value of 5.5-6.5. Avoid waterlogging or heavy soil compaction.

2. Nutrient management

After the soil for saffron is prepared, you can apply fertilizers such as wood ash, cake fertilizer, manure, chicken and duck manure to the soil. After it takes root and sprouts leaves, you can apply a thin layer of fertilizer every ten days until the flower buds appear. After flowering, apply one or two more fertilizers to promote the development and growth of the bulb.

3. Water management

   Saffron likes a humid environment. The dry winter and spring with little rain are its growing season. It is necessary to pay attention to increasing the amount of watering. It should be watered once in mid-April to reduce the harm of dry and hot winds.

4. Lighting management

   Saffron prefers an environment with plenty of light. Its peak growth period is in autumn, so there is no need for shade treatment. The best light duration is 4-6 hours a day, but the growth temperature must not exceed 30 degrees. The most suitable temperature for flowering is 18-24 degrees. The temperature for wintering management should not be lower than 5 degrees.