We have both good and bad news for paella lovers. Saffron, the spice that gives paella and other savory dishes that delicious kick, is one of the most expensive foods in the world! It is estimated that saffron costs $1,500 a pound and upwards, though it is usually sold by the gram. What can saffron lovers do to ensure that they can make as much paella as they want without taking out a second mortgage? Grow your own saffron of course! Growing your own treasured spice could not be easier. Saffron does need a bit of winter chill and is very hardy in zones 5-8 (just make sure they are planted before winter sets in). What makes the spice so very expensive is that the blooms are just 2-4 inches tall and must still be harvested by hand. Furthermore, each bloom yields just 3 strands of saffron. It takes 4,000 strand to make 1 ounce of saffron! The good news is you only need 6-8 for a paella or other saffron dish. As a bonus, the saffron flower is also strikingly beautiful. It's alluring lavender blossoms are a perfect juxtaposition to it's delicious bright orange strands (the expensive edible part)! For more information about planting and growing flower bulbs and plants. Easy To Grow Bulbs Tips from EasyToGrowBulbs.com, an online venue for home gardeners seeking the biggest, best bulbs for their warm and cool weather gardens. For more information and helpful planting guides.
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