When to Plant Saffron in Zone 10
In USDA zone 10a, plant outdoors August 29 to October 18, and expect your first harvest around October 18. (10a shown here — see 10a and 10b dates separately below.)
Saffron planting calendar for USDA Zone 10a
Average last spring frost
January 30
Average first fall frost
December 30
Direct sow
Aug 29
Projected first harvest
Oct 18
Saffron is ready to harvest in about 50 days, needing roughly 334 frost-free days in zone 10a.
Saffron planting calendar for USDA Zone 10b
Average last spring frost
January 30
Average first fall frost
December 30
Direct sow
Aug 29
Projected first harvest
Oct 18
Saffron is ready to harvest in about 50 days, needing roughly 334 frost-free days in zone 10b.
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