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    I live in a place that has a hot and sunny summer. How do I protect their bulbs in summer?
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    Keep it in an area that is shaded for half the day but still gets some sun. Also, give it plenty of water every day.
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    I'm from Maharashtra. Can I cultivate saffron here and where should I sell it?
    Shashi Singh
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    No, you can not harvest saffron in Maharashtra. Due to the high temperatures in Maharashtra, it is not a suitable place to cultivate saffron.
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    I have an areca garden in Karnataka. The maximum temperature is 40-42 degrees. Can we grow in between areca plants?
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    Yes, it will grow but you will need to spay water on the plants regularly to maintain humidity, as in Karnataka the humidity percentage is low.
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    Does the plant have to be planted each year or will it reappear if I only pick up the stigma?
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    Yes, the effect of the plant will decrease. For example, we plant a sugarcane and it grows and it can grow again if the root is still there. But after each harvest like this, the plant will start losing its sweetness.
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    Is Bangalore weather suitable for growing saffron?
    Keandre leegreen
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    In India, saffron corms are cultivated during the months of June and July. Saffron needs extreme heat and dryness in summer and extreme cold during winter. Maximum vegetative growth takes place during winter. Such weather is prevalent in parts of Karnataka, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir.
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    Can I grow saffron in Southern Alberta, Canada or is the winter too cold?
    Shahnze
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    Yes, actually saffron grows very well in Canada, so as long as the soil is drained. Although, dry summers are preferred as the bulb can rot if it gets too wet during the dormancy period.
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    I have ten acres of land in Newberry Springs, California, USA that I would like to start a saffron plantation on. Is this feasible ?
    Susan Walsh
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    Yes, you need to plant the bulb 4-5 inches deep into the soil and make sure they are 6 inches apart from each other. 50-65 flowers will produce you on a tablespoon of saffron. You will find that the autumn time will bring about a beautiful bloom of your saffron.
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    Will saffron grow in Durban, South Africa?
    Amina Salim Twahir
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    The weather is cold wet winters and dry hot summers – this is ideal for growing saffron. Ensure you have well-drained, sandy soils.
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    Will saffron grow in Assam and Northeast India?
    DHolland
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    Saffron is a picky plant. Even though it is a Mediterranean plant, It does not like the temperatures to be too hot or humid. And at the same time, It will not tolerate the cold. They are a perennial in zones 6-9, (you can locate your growing zone on almost any planting website.) In colder climates, saffron will need to be brought in for the winter. And in the heat of the summer you will need to protect it from direct heat, such as by making shade tent for it.
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    If planted it in outdoor pots, does it need protection in the winter? I live in Mannheim, Germany and the winter here is mild. Not colder than -5 and that during the night.
    DHolland
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    Saffron does not tolerate cold at all. Be sure to bring it in during the winter months, just to be on the safe side.
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    I live in Mannheim, Germany where it rains in the winter more than it snows. I have planted saffron in outdoor pots. Do they need protection in winter?
    Community Answer
    If it's bulbs, probably not. If it's plants, yes.
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    Can saffron be planted in U.P. near Rasra? If so, what's the best time to plant?
    kerry angle
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    Yes, saffron can be cultivated in Uttar Pradesh (U.P.) near Rasra. Saffron cultivation requires specific environmental conditions, including well-drained soil, a dry climate, and cold winters. Saffron cultivation is a delicate and specialized process that requires expertise and careful management. The best time to plant saffron bulbs in U.P. is during the autumn (September or October).
  • Question
    Where do I sell saffron?
    Perry Fredison
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    A bazaar or a farmer’s market would be good.
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