Maker's Hour, The Secret Life of Saffron: Cultivation, Medicine, and Magic
Instructors: Daniell Bauman
Date: Monday, October 13th, 2025
Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Location: Zilker Botanical Garden Auditorium
Cost: Suggested donation 10-20$ for this class!
This maker’s hour, we will learn about:
The Secret Life of Saffron: Cultivation, Medicine, and Magic
Join us as we journey into the ancient world of saffron, the "red gold" of the ancients, in a class designed for those with hands in both the soil and the unseen world. You'll learn the practical skills to grow and harvest this most precious of spices, while exploring its profound spiritual, medicinal, and esoteric legacy.
This course connects the earthly and the ethereal, revealing why saffron has been a cherished tool for gardeners, healers, and mystics for over 3,000 years.
Who is this class for?
This workshop is perfect for home gardeners looking to grow a unique and challenging crop, herbalists interested in the historical use of plants, and those seeking to deepen their knowledge of plant magic. Whether you're drawn to its golden thread or its mystical properties, this class will provide a rich understanding of one of nature's most enchanting flowers.