The Saffron crop starts to emerge.

Really just for a spot of Equinoctial colur, we bought some Autumn Crocuses/Croci: or as we say, within the family ''Crocmes'', (Thereby hangs a tale)
NOT to be confused with  Colchicum

They are just starting to show leaf, except this one.

From the ubiquitous Wiki, I gleaned this...
"In the medieval period the primary trade in Saffron Walden was in wool. However, in the 16th century and 17th century the saffron crocus (crocus sativus) became widely grown in the area. The flower was precious, as extract from the stigmas, the saffron, was used in medicines, as a condiment, as a perfume, as an aphrodisiac, and as an expensive yellow dye. This industry gave its name to the town and Chipping Walden became Saffron Walden."

It ain't no Sparrow... It doesn't come/go cheap.
"Saffron (Spanish Saffron)

 Free Delivery available on Saffron, check our delivery page for conditions.

Choose from 1g, 2g, 4g or 10 x 1g  saffron, please choose below.

Saffron can be added direct, ground or soaked in water or milk before use and then the coloured liquid used for a lighter flavour and aroma. 

Selected Spanish saffron.

Saffron

1g = was £4.25 NOW £2.95

2g = £8.35

4g = £15.95

10 x 1g case = £28.00"