Deposit ordering
For larger orders of Crocus sativus (saffron) bulbs, you can reserve bulbs in advance by paying a deposit. Ideal for growers, farms, and resellers who want to secure size and quality before the shipping season starts.
The standard deposit rate is 20 % of the total order value, but this amount can be adjusted to your needs depending on order volume, customer history, or special agreements.
Paying a deposit ensures that your bulbs are reserved and grown specifically for your order. Once the deposit is received, we confirm your reservation and schedule your bulbs for the upcoming shipping season.
Early reservations help us plan production accurately and give you priority when selecting organic or conventional quality and the desired bulb size (7/8 – 11/+).
Our deposit ordering window runs from November through July. During this period, you can secure your bulbs with a deposit payment.
From July to September, all new orders must be fully prepaid before shipment, as bulbs are prepared for dispatch and no longer reserved in advance.
Our Shipping season starts around July 27 each year.
How it works
Follow these steps to place your deposit order smoothly.
Fill out our quote request form and tell us your bulb sizes, quality (organic or conventional), and quantities.
We email a detailed quote with a secure link to your customer portal.
Approve the quote in your portal. A deposit invoice is generated automatically.
Settle the deposit within 14 days by bank transfer or online payment in your portal.
After receipt, your order is final and your bulbs are reserved.
Pay the balance before shipment. EU from 20 July; exports from 2nd week of August.
Key terms
Quick overview of our deposit ordering terms.
The standard deposit rate is 20 % of the total order value.
This amount secures your Crocus sativus (saffron) bulbs for the coming season and confirms your reservation. Larger or recurring wholesale orders may qualify for individually agreed conditions.
The deposit must be paid within 14 days after receiving the first invoice.
Once the payment has been received, your reservation becomes valid and your bulbs are officially scheduled for delivery in the selected shipping period.
Payments are accepted primarily by bank transfer, which is our standard method.
We also accept PayPal, credit card, and other secure online payment options upon request.
Please note that additional transaction fees may apply for these alternative payment methods.
The remaining balance is due no later than 7 days before dispatch.
This allows us to prepare, inspect, and pack your saffron bulbs in time for export or domestic shipment.
Your reservation is confirmed after receipt of the deposit payment.
From that moment, your bulbs are reserved specifically for you and prepared according to your selected size and quality preferences.
Changes are possible until June 30 (subject to availability).
Any modification in quantity or bulb size may require recalculation of prices and updated export or invoice documentation.
The deposit is non-refundable, except where otherwise agreed with us in writing.
Because bulbs are cultivated and reserved individually for each customer, confirmed reservations normally cannot be cancelled.
Shipments outside the EU require a phytosanitary inspection and certificate (€ 185).
Some countries may also need an import permit. The buyer is responsible for obtaining all necessary import documentation before shipping.
The shipping season begins around July 27 each year.
Exact dispatch dates are listed in your quotation or invoice and may vary depending on harvest and weather conditions in the Netherlands.
EU customers: VAT is applied according to the delivery country.
EU businesses with a valid VAT number can buy tax-free after VIES verification.
Non-EU customers are not subject to VAT, but may need to pay import duties or local taxes upon arrival.
Ownership of the bulbs transfers only after full payment has been received.
Until that time, all Crocus sativus bulbs remain the property of Bloembollenbedrijf J.C. Koot (sativus.com) and are safely stored in our facilities.
In case of crop failure, shortage, or other circumstances beyond our control, we will offer a suitable alternative or refund.
Our saffron bulbs are agricultural products, and final availability may depend on weather and harvest outcomes.
FAQ
Answers to common questions about deposit ordering.
Yes, you can. A smaller quantity of Crocus sativus (saffron) bulbs can be ordered directly through our webshop or by requesting a quotation for a trial batch.
Please note that for shipments outside the European Union, a phytosanitary inspection and certificate (€185) are mandatory, and in some countries an import permit may also be required before the bulbs can be imported.
The shipping season begins around July 27 each year.
All Crocus sativus bulbs are freshly harvested, inspected, and prepared for shipment from this date onward, depending on weather and crop conditions in the Netherlands.
The standard deposit is 20 % of the total order value, payable within 14 days after receiving the first invoice.
Once the deposit is received, your reservation is confirmed and your bulbs are scheduled for the selected delivery period.
Yes, besides bank transfer, we also accept PayPal, credit card, and several other secure online payment options.
Please note that additional transaction fees may apply for these payment methods.
Deposits are non-refundable, except when explicitly agreed with us in writing.
Because saffron bulbs are cultivated and reserved specifically for your order, cancellations are only possible under exceptional circumstances.
Yes, changes are possible until June 30, provided that stock is still available.
Any modification in size, quantity, or bulb quality may result in adjusted pricing and updated invoice or export documentation.
Yes, we supply both EU and non-EU countries.
For exports outside the EU, a phytosanitary inspection and certificate (€185) are mandatory, and an import permit may be required depending on the destination country.
Prices depend on bulb size, quality (organic or conventional), quantity, and destination country.
Shipping costs and any applicable inspection or certification fees are clearly stated in your quotation before you confirm the order.
The final payment is due no later than 7 days before dispatch.
We will notify you by email once your bulbs are ready to ship and include payment details for the remaining balance.
Yes, customers outside the EU are not subject to VAT, but local import duties and customs taxes may apply.
EU business customers with a valid VAT number can also purchase tax-free after verification through the VIES system.
Quote Request
Reserve your bulbs early to guarantee availability and size selection.
Fill out the quotation request form today and we’ll send you a detailed offer within 24–48 hours.
No problem! We are happy to help. Contact us trough phone: +31(0)624590389 or send us an email at info@sativus.com
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