Autumn Isn't Always Orange And Gold

My Fall Crocus are in bloom.  Autumn doesn't conjure thoughts of lavender but no one told the Fall Crocus.  They are so fleeting but so beautiful while they last.  I have heard that Saffron comes from the stamen of Fall Crocus.  I am certainly not brave enough to try it but can you imagine trying to harvest it?  It is no wonder it is so incredibly expensive!