Calendula Fancy Mix Flower Seeds
Calendula seeds grow easily and the flowers make a great addition to any garden, offering both flowers and foliage that are edible. The plant has terrific pest-fighting abilities as well.
Its flowers attract good bugs into the garden and help repel the less desirous bugs. Also called Pot Marigold, Calendula grows quickly from wildflower seed, blooms heavily, and then dies with the first heavy frost.
This flower is also called the old-fashioned marigold or also known as the Pot marigold. They are long-stemmed double flowers in a wide range of flowers. This flower is great for cut arrangements. This a profuse bloomer that can be used for borders. Calendulas are a great background for fall mums. This plant also has many medicinal uses.
Flower Specifications
Approximate seeds per pound: 72,575
Season: Annual
USDA Zones: 3 - 10
Height: 16 - 24 inches
Bloom Season: Spring through fall
Bloom Color: Mix
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, pH 5.8 - 6.5
Deer Resistant: Yes
Planting Directions
Temperature: 70F
Average Germ Time: 7 - 14 days
Light Required: No
Depth: Lightly cover with peat moss
Sowing Rate: 7 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 18 pounds per acre or 3 - 4 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 12 inches
