When to Plant Saffron in Zone 6
In USDA zone 6a, plant outdoors November 22 to January 11, and expect your first harvest around January 11. (6a shown here — see 6a and 6b dates separately below.)
Saffron planting calendar for USDA Zone 6a
Average last spring frost
April 25
Average first fall frost
October 10
Direct sow
Nov 22
Projected first harvest
Jan 11
Saffron is ready to harvest in about 50 days, needing roughly 168 frost-free days in zone 6a.
Saffron planting calendar for USDA Zone 6b
Average last spring frost
April 20
Average first fall frost
October 15
Direct sow
Nov 17
Projected first harvest
Jan 6
Saffron is ready to harvest in about 50 days, needing roughly 178 frost-free days in zone 6b.
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