When to Plant Saffron in Zone 7
In USDA zone 7a, plant outdoors November 12 to January 1, and expect your first harvest around January 1. (7a shown here — see 7a and 7b dates separately below.)
Saffron planting calendar for USDA Zone 7a
Average last spring frost
April 15
Average first fall frost
October 20
Direct sow
Nov 12
Projected first harvest
Jan 1
Saffron is ready to harvest in about 50 days, needing roughly 188 frost-free days in zone 7a.
Saffron planting calendar for USDA Zone 7b
Average last spring frost
April 10
Average first fall frost
October 30
Direct sow
Nov 7
Projected first harvest
Dec 27
Saffron is ready to harvest in about 50 days, needing roughly 203 frost-free days in zone 7b.
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