Saffron Corms: Planting and Harvesting Guide

Saffron, known as the “red gold,” grows from the corm of the Crocus sativus flower. In Herat, Afghanistan, farmers cultivate some of the world’s finest saffron through careful planting and harvesting. This guide explains the best time to plant saffron corms, the growing conditions they need, and how farmers in Herat preserve their strength to ensure pure, world-class saffron quality.