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Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world — but did you know you can grow it right in your own backyard? With a little effort and patience, Marin home gardeners can cultivate Crocus sativus, ...

Who doesn't want to save money and add a new spice to their repertoire at the same time? One Instagrammer shows how to plant saffron so you can have it without breaking the bank at the grocery store.

Saffron is renowned for being one of the most expensive spices in the world. Despite its reputation, the plant is not difficult to grow at home, and you can even grow saffron in pots in smaller spaces ...